Omelette vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between omelette and tamale?
- Omelette is higher in selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, vitamin A, phosphorus, and vitamin B12, yet tamale is higher in fiber and vitamin B3.
- Omelette's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 99% more.
- The amount of cholesterol in tamale is lower.
- The glycemic index of omelette is lower.
We used Egg, whole, cooked, omelet and Tamales (Navajo) types in this article.
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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 | +65.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +21.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +68.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +330% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +35.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +625% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +382.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +528.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +40.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +160% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +47.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2384.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +68.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +90.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2731.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +38% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +76.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +294.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -27.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +47.6% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| 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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Cholesterol | 313mg | 17mg | 99% |
| Choline | 247.6mg | 45% | |
| Selenium | 25.8µg | 6µg | 36% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.386mg | 0.08mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.289mg | 0.205mg | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 172µg | 0µg | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.712g | 0.688g | 13% |
| Sodium | 155mg | 427mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.1g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.064mg | 1.59mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 167mg | 99mg | 10% |
| Protein | 10.57g | 6.28g | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 1.7µg | 9% | |
| Vitamin E | 1.29mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.76µg | 0.54µg | 9% |
| Fats | 11.66g | 6.12g | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 69IU | 9% | |
| Manganese | 0.024mg | 0.174mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 0.64g | 18.12g | 6% |
| Folate | 39µg | 15µg | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.843g | 2.739g | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.5µg | 4% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.319g | 2.396g | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 1.48mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 1.22mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 48mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Calories | 154kcal | 153kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.64g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Potassium | 117mg | 131mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.31g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.063mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.143mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.709g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.14mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.467mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.565mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.913mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.767mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.319mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.572mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.722mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.26mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.17g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.049g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.015g | 0g | 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 Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 296mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.923g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Omelette is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Omelette contains less Sodium (difference - 272mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Omelette is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Omelette is relatively richer in vitamins
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.