Ham vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between ham and tamale
- Ham has more vitamin B1, selenium, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin B2, while tamale has more fiber.
- Ham's daily need coverage for vitamin B1 is 59% higher.
- Tamale contains 3 times less selenium than ham. Ham contains 19.5µg of selenium, while tamale contains 6µg.
- The amount of cholesterol in tamale is lower.
- Ham has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of ham is 0, while the glycemic index of tamale is 82.
The food types used in this comparison are Pork, cured, ham, boneless, extra lean (approximately 5% fat), roasted and Tamales (Navajo).
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +119.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +21.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +25.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +94.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +98% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +225% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +57.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +262.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -64.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +222.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1408% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +152.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +153% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +96.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +179.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +20.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +233.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +216.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +10.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1108% |
~equal in
Water
~68.1g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -24.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +27.4% |
~equal in
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.754mg | 0.05mg | 59% |
| Sodium | 1203mg | 427mg | 34% |
| Protein | 20.93g | 6.28g | 29% |
| Selenium | 19.5µg | 6µg | 25% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.143mg | 20% |
| Choline | 85.1mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.023mg | 1.59mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 196mg | 99mg | 14% |
| Zinc | 2.88mg | 1.48mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.1g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 17mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.202mg | 0.08mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 1.5g | 18.12g | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.65µg | 0.54µg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Potassium | 287mg | 131mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.054mg | 0.174mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.403mg | 0.205mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 32IU | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8µg | 4% | |
| Folate | 3µg | 15µg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 1.22mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.81g | 2.396g | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 22mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.063mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.25mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.54g | 0.688g | 1% |
| Fats | 5.53g | 6.12g | 1% |
| Calories | 145kcal | 153kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 1.5g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.62g | 2.739g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.251mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.931mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.918mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.661mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.775mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.553mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.904mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.75mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | N/A |
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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
44%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tamale contains less Sodium (difference - 776mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ham is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ham is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ham is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ham is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ham is relatively richer in vitamins