Mandarin orange vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mandarin oranges and tamale
- Mandarin oranges are higher in vitamin C and vitamin A, yet tamale is higher in vitamin B12, iron, zinc, phosphorus, selenium, and vitamin B3.
- Mandarin oranges cover your daily vitamin C needs 28% more than tamale.
- The amount of saturated fat in mandarin oranges is lower.
- The glycemic index of mandarin oranges is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Tangerines, (mandarin oranges), raw 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 | +27.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +26.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +83.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +713.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +50% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2014.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +395% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +346.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +5900% |
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 | +1470.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +16% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +122.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +322.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +83.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.81 g
Fats:
0.31 g
Carbs:
13.34 g
Water:
85.17 g
Other:
0.37 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +675.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1874.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +273% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.039 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.065 g
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 | -98.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4465% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +958.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
6.05 g
Glucose:
2.13 g
Fructose:
2.4 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
12.27 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.21 g
Fructose:
0.17 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.22 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +1412.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +914.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1311.8% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 26.7mg | 1.7mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.54µg | 23% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 427mg | 18% |
| Zinc | 0.07mg | 1.48mg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.15mg | 1.22mg | 13% |
| Protein | 0.81g | 6.28g | 11% |
| Selenium | 0.1µg | 6µg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.039g | 2.396g | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 20mg | 99mg | 11% |
| Fats | 0.31g | 6.12g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.376mg | 1.59mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.06g | 2.739g | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 0.174mg | 6% |
| Calories | 53kcal | 153kcal | 5% |
| Starch | 0g | 12.27g | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.078mg | 0.143mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 3.1g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 34µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.065g | 0.688g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.036mg | 0.08mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 2.4g | 0.17g | 3% |
| Choline | 10.2mg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 22mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 13.34g | 18.12g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.063mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.058mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 166mg | 131mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 29mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 11.54g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.58g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.216mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Folate | 16µg | 15µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.002mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.016mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.017mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.028mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.032mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.002mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.018mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.021mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.011mg | 0.196mg | 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
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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 - 9.59g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamale is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mandarin orange is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mandarin orange contains less Sodium (difference - 425mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mandarin orange is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.357g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mandarin orange is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mandarin orange is relatively richer in vitamins