Tamale vs. Pollock — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between tamale and pollock
- Tamale is richer in fiber, yet pollock is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, magnesium, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for pollock is 130% higher.
- Pollock contains less saturated fat.
- Pollock has a lower glycemic index than tamale.
Food types used in this article are Tamales (Navajo) and Fish, pollock, Alaska, cooked, dry heat (may have been previously frozen).
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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 | +117.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +159.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +866.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +268.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +148.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +228.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +169.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +635% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +178.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +148.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +110.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +130.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +577.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +418.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +273.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +22.5% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1944% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +18% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.4% |
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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| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 3.66µg | 130% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 44.1µg | 69% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 23.48g | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 267mg | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 86mg | 23% |
| Choline | 91.6mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 3.949mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.329mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 81mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 0g | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.223mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 0.159g | 10% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 430mg | 9% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 1.18g | 8% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 0.56mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 0.57mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.018mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 1.3µg | 7% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 0.134g | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 51IU | 6% | |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 0g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.432mg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Calcium | 29mg | 72mg | 4% |
| Folate | 15µg | 3µg | 3% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 111kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.28mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 17µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 0.583g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 0g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.06mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 419mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.054mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.263mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 1.029mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 1.082mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 1.908mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 2.157mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.696mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.917mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 1.21mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.691mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.086g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.423g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.027g | 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
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 69mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pollock is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pollock contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pollock is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.237g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pollock is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pollock 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.