Brown rice vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between brown rice and tamale
- Brown rice is richer in manganese, vitamin B1, and vitamin B3, yet tamale is richer in vitamin B12, iron, zinc, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for brown rice is 35% higher.
- Brown rice contains 4 times more vitamin B1 than tamale. Brown rice contains 0.178mg of vitamin B1, while tamale contains 0.05mg.
- Brown rice contains less saturated fat.
- Brown rice has a lower glycemic index than tamale.
Food types used in this article are Rice, brown, long-grain, cooked 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 | +77.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +68.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +459.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +866.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +52.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +117.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +108.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +256% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +61.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +85.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +15.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.74 g
Fats:
0.97 g
Carbs:
25.58 g
Water:
70.27 g
Other:
0.44 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +41.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +129.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +530.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +213.6% |
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Water
~68.1g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.369 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.366 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 | -89.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +642.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +88% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
24.79 g
Sucrose:
0.24 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 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 StarchStarch | +102% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +66.7% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.974mg | 0.174mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.54µg | 23% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 427mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.178mg | 0.05mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.26g | 2.396g | 10% |
| Fats | 0.97g | 6.12g | 8% |
| Iron | 0.56mg | 1.22mg | 8% |
| Protein | 2.74g | 6.28g | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.71mg | 1.48mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 3.1g | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.561mg | 1.59mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.369g | 2.739g | 6% |
| Starch | 24.79g | 12.27g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.106mg | 0.063mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 0.205mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 39mg | 22mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 29mg | 3% |
| Choline | 9.2mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.123mg | 0.143mg | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 15µg | 2% |
| Carbs | 25.58g | 18.12g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.366g | 0.688g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Calories | 123kcal | 153kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.069mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.17mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 103mg | 99mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 86mg | 131mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 23.98g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.24g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Selenium | 5.8µg | 6µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.033mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.095mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.109mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.214mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.099mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.058mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.133mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.151mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.066mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.17g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.011g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.355g | 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
32%
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Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brown rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brown rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.75g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown rice contains less Sodium (difference - 423mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown rice is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.136g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brown rice is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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