Nachos vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between nachos and tamale
- Nachos are higher in vitamin E, phosphorus, potassium, vitamin B1, and vitamin B6, yet tamale is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, iron, and zinc.
- Nachos cover your daily vitamin E needs 27% more than tamale.
- Nachos contain 3 times more potassium than tamale. While nachos contain 362mg of potassium, tamale contains only 131mg.
- The amount of sodium in nachos is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Fast foods, nachos, with cheese 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +90.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +117.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +176.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +100% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +43.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +146% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +85.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +50.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +54.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +152.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +671.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +251.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +92.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +45.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +82.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -9.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +411.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +632.6% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more StarchStarch | +130.9% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +32.5% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| 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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.04g | 0.688g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 14.02g | 2.739g | 28% |
| Vitamin E | 4.08mg | 0mg | 27% |
| Fats | 21.5g | 6.12g | 24% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0.54µg | 20% |
| Vitamin K | 19.3µg | 16% | |
| Phosphorus | 198mg | 99mg | 14% |
| Calories | 343kcal | 153kcal | 10% |
| Potassium | 362mg | 131mg | 7% |
| Starch | 28.33g | 12.27g | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 1.48mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.143mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.123mg | 0.05mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.63mg | 1.59mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 34.91g | 18.12g | 6% |
| Iron | 0.75mg | 1.22mg | 6% |
| Choline | 26.4mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 313mg | 427mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 17mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 42mg | 22mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 8.6µg | 6µg | 5% |
| Protein | 4.32g | 6.28g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.205mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.133mg | 0.08mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 29mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.187mg | 0.174mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Folate | 10µg | 15µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 1.7mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 2.173g | 2.396g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 31.71g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.17g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Fiber | 3.2g | 3.1g | 0% |
| Copper | 0.064mg | 0.063mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.058g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.156mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.187mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.521mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.156mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.094mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.229mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.25mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.135mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.17g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.617g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g | 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 - 1.18g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nachos is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nachos contains less Sodium (difference - 114mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Nachos is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.223g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nachos is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Nachos is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Nachos is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)