Lasagne vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between lasagne and tamale
- Lasagne is richer in selenium, calcium, and vitamin E, yet tamale is richer in vitamin B12, iron, fiber, zinc, and monounsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for lasagne is 18% higher.
- Tamale contains less sugar.
- Lasagne has a lower glycemic index than tamale.
Food types used in this article are Lasagna with meat sauce, frozen, prepared 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 CalciumCalcium | +203.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +49.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +42.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -12.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +165% |
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 CVitamin C | +47.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +57.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +60% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +17.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +63.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +24.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18% |
~equal in
Water
~68.1g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +55.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +58.9% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~2.396g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +35% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +342.9% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +511.8% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +24.8% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 15.9µg | 6µg | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.54µg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 7µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.85mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.87mg | 1.48mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 3.1g | 6% |
| Calcium | 88mg | 29mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.71mg | 1.22mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 41µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Choline | 23.2mg | 4% | |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.063mg | 3% |
| Folate | 24µg | 15µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 131mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.758g | 2.739g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.433g | 0.688g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.122mg | 0.143mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 115mg | 99mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 373mg | 427mg | 2% |
| Fats | 4.92g | 6.12g | 2% |
| Protein | 7.28g | 6.28g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.323mg | 0.205mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.04g | 0.17g | 1% |
| Calories | 135kcal | 153kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2.5mg | 1.7mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.193mg | 0.174mg | 1% |
| Starch | 9.83g | 12.27g | 1% |
| Carbs | 15.36g | 18.12g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 13.66g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0% | |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 22mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.11g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.074mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.528mg | 1.59mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.196g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 2.348g | 2.396g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.219mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.224mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.578mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.486mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.164mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.329mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.183mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.026g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.322g | 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
18%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.12g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lasagne contains less Sodium (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lasagne is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.048g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lasagne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lasagne is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (17 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.