Fudge vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between fudge and tamale?
- Fudge is higher in copper, manganese, and iron, yet tamale is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, selenium, and fiber.
- Fudge's daily need coverage for copper is 30% more.
- Fudge has 3 times more saturated fat than tamale. While fudge has 6.448g of saturated fat, tamale has only 2.396g.
- The glycemic index of fudge is lower.
We used Candies, fudge, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe and Tamales (Navajo) types in this article.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +63.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +69% |
| Contains more IronIron | +45.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +422.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +142.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +33.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +39.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +140% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +92.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +803.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +46.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1091.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +500% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +275% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +70.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +321.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +162.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +594.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +45.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +84.5% |
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Monounsaturated fat
~2.739g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.329mg | 0.063mg | 30% |
| Carbs | 76.44g | 18.12g | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.09µg | 0.54µg | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 6.448g | 2.396g | 18% |
| Sodium | 45mg | 427mg | 17% |
| Calories | 411kcal | 153kcal | 13% |
| Manganese | 0.422mg | 0.174mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.012mg | 0.143mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.176mg | 1.59mg | 9% |
| Protein | 2.39g | 6.28g | 8% |
| Iron | 1.77mg | 1.22mg | 7% |
| Fats | 10.41g | 6.12g | 7% |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 6µg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 3.1g | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 44µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 71mg | 99mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.11mg | 1.48mg | 3% |
| Folate | 4µg | 15µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 36mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Caffeine | 8mg | 2% | |
| Choline | 10mg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.373g | 0.688g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 17mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.14mg | 0.205mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.18mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.943g | 2.739g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 74.74g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Potassium | 134mg | 131mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 73.12g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.085mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.165g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 72.13g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.052g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fudge is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fudge contains less Sodium (difference - 382mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fudge is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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