Shortbread vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are shortbread and tamale different?
- Shortbread is higher in vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B2, folate, vitamin E, vitamin B3, and manganese; however, tamale is richer in vitamin B12 and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for shortbread is 29% higher.
- Tamale has less saturated fat.
- Shortbread has a lower glycemic index (64) than tamale (82).
Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain 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 IronIron | +144.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +42.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -17.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +125.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +57.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +123.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +48.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +202% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50% |
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 | +606% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +292.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +106% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +56.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +440% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +101.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +328.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +252% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1791.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +34% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.708 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.326 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.396 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.688 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +144.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1110.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -70.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
40.47 g
Sucrose:
20.99 g
Glucose:
0.36 g
Fructose:
0.3 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 | +229.8% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +5147.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +71.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +76.5% |
| 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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 0.688g | 51% |
| Fats | 26.22g | 6.12g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 8.105g | 2.396g | 26% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.05mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.54µg | 23% |
| Iron | 2.98mg | 1.22mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 0.08mg | 18% |
| Calories | 514kcal | 153kcal | 18% |
| Folate | 81µg | 15µg | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 63.78g | 18.12g | 15% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 12.27g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 1.59mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.708g | 2.739g | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.393mg | 0.174mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 11µg | 9% | |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 1.48mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 3.1g | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.143mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 99mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.063mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 353mg | 427mg | 3% |
| Protein | 5.37g | 6.28g | 2% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 0.205mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 22mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 131mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 62.48g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.65g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Selenium | 6.2µg | 6µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| Choline | 0.9mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0.17g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.253g | 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
34%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 20.66g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.709g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Shortbread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Shortbread contains less Sodium (difference - 74mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortbread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Shortbread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.