Red cabbage vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are red cabbage and tamale different?
- Red cabbage is higher in vitamin C and vitamin A; however, tamale is richer in vitamin B12, zinc, phosphorus, selenium, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for red cabbage is 61% higher.
- Red cabbage has less sodium.
- Red cabbage has a lower glycemic index (32) than tamale (82).
Cabbage, red, raw and Tamales (Navajo) are the varieties used 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 | +55.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +85.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +39.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +37.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +52.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +270.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +572.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +230% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +900% |
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 | +3252.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +28% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +46.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +20% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +15.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +280.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +39.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.43 g
Fats:
0.16 g
Carbs:
7.37 g
Water:
90.39 g
Other:
0.65 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +32.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +339.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3725% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +145.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +112.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.021 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.012 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.08 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 | -99.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +22725% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +760% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.6 g
Glucose:
1.74 g
Fructose:
1.48 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 | +50% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +728.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +770.6% |
| 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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 57mg | 1.7mg | 61% |
| Vitamin K | 38.2µg | 32% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.54µg | 23% |
| Sodium | 27mg | 427mg | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 2.396g | 11% |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 1.48mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 30mg | 99mg | 10% |
| Protein | 1.43g | 6.28g | 10% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 6µg | 10% |
| Fats | 0.16g | 6.12g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.418mg | 1.59mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.012g | 2.739g | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 56µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Calories | 31kcal | 153kcal | 6% |
| Starch | 0g | 12.27g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.017mg | 0.063mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 1.22mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.209mg | 0.143mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 7.37g | 18.12g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.08g | 0.688g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 3.1g | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.243mg | 0.174mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 243mg | 131mg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.1mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 45mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.48g | 0.17g | 2% |
| Folate | 18µg | 15µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.064mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.147mg | 0.205mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.069mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 22mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.27g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.83g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.039mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.034mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.046mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.049mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.014mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.036mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.048mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.024mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | 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
33%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.84g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamale is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Red cabbage is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Red cabbage contains less Sodium (difference - 400mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Red cabbage is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.375g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Red cabbage is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Red cabbage is relatively richer in vitamins