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Kumquat vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between kumquat and tamale?

  • Kumquat is richer in vitamin C and fiber, while tamale is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, phosphorus, selenium, vitamin B6, and vitamin B3.
  • Kumquat's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 47% higher.
  • Tamale has 2 times less fiber than kumquat. Kumquat has 6.5g of fiber, while tamale has 3.1g.
  • Kumquat is lower in saturated fat.
  • Tamale has a higher glycemic index (82) than kumquat (67).

We used Kumquats, raw and Tamales (Navajo) types in this comparison.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 19% 16% 32% 32% 4.6% 8.1% 1.3% 18% 0%
Tamale
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 16% 8.7% 12% 46% 21% 40% 42% 56% 23% 33%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +113.8%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +42%
Contains more CopperCopper +50.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.7%
Contains more IronIron +41.9%
Contains more ZincZinc +770.6%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +421.1%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +28.9%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
~equal in Magnesium ~22mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 146% 5% 3% 0% 9.3% 21% 8% 12% 8.3% 0% 0% 13% 4.6%
Tamale
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 5.7% 0% 0% 0% 13% 18% 30% 12% 33% 68% 0% 11% 0%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +2482.4%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +12.5%
Contains more FolateFolate +13.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +35.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +270.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +297.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~0.205mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 16% 81%
Protein: 1.88 g
Fats: 0.86 g
Carbs: 15.9 g
Water: 80.85 g
Other: 0.51 g
Tamale
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6% 6% 18% 68%
Protein: 6.28 g
Fats: 6.12 g
Carbs: 18.12 g
Water: 68.1 g
Other: 1.38 g
Contains more WaterWater +18.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +234%
Contains more FatsFats +611.6%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +14%
Contains more OtherOther +170.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
24% 36% 40%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.103 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.154 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.171 g
Tamale
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41% 47% 12%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.396 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.688 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -95.7%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +1678.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +302.3%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Kumquat Tamale
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Kumquat Tamale DV% diff.
Vitamin C 43.9mg 1.7mg 47%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.54µg 23%
Sodium 10mg 427mg 18%
Fiber 6.5g 3.1g 14%
Zinc 0.17mg 1.48mg 12%
Selenium 0µg 6µg 11%
Phosphorus 19mg 99mg 11%
Saturated fat 0.103g 2.396g 10%
Protein 1.88g 6.28g 9%
Vitamin B6 0.036mg 0.143mg 8%
Fats 0.86g 6.12g 8%
Vitamin B3 0.429mg 1.59mg 7%
Monounsaturated fat 0.154g 2.739g 6%
Cholesterol 0mg 17mg 6%
Iron 0.86mg 1.22mg 5%
Starch 12.27g 5%
Copper 0.095mg 0.063mg 4%
Calories 71kcal 153kcal 4%
Calcium 62mg 29mg 3%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.171g 0.688g 3%
Choline 8.4mg 2%
Potassium 186mg 131mg 2%
Vitamin A 15µg 0µg 2%
Manganese 0.135mg 0.174mg 2%
Folate 17µg 15µg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.037mg 0.05mg 1%
Vitamin B2 0.09mg 0.08mg 1%
Vitamin E 0.15mg 0mg 1%
Carbs 15.9g 18.12g 1%
Net carbs 9.4g 15.02g N/A
Magnesium 20mg 22mg 0%
Sugar 9.36g 0.99g N/A
Vitamin B5 0.208mg 0.205mg 0%
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?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Kumquat Tamale
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
18%
Kumquat
15%
Tamale
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
Kumquat
30%
Tamale

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamale
Tamale is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.37g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kumquat
Kumquat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kumquat
Kumquat contains less Sodium (difference - 417mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kumquat
Kumquat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.293g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kumquat
Kumquat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kumquat
Kumquat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Kumquat - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168154/nutrients
  2. Tamale - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167636/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.