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Tamale vs. Beef tenderloin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Tamale and Beef tenderloin?

  • Tamale is richer in Fiber, while Beef tenderloin is higher in Vitamin B12, Selenium, Iron, Zinc, Phosphorus, and Vitamin B2.
  • Beef tenderloin's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 80% higher.
  • Beef tenderloin is lower in Sodium.

We used Tamales (Navajo) and Beef, tenderloin, roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, roasted types in this comparison.

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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 Calcium +222.2%
Contains more Manganese +1142.9%
Contains more Iron +154.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +105.1%
Contains more Potassium +152.7%
Contains less Sodium -86.7%
Contains more Zinc +172.3%
Contains more Copper +95.2%
Contains more Selenium +281.7%
Equal in Magnesium - 22
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 9% 46% 16% 43% 12% 56% 41% 21% 23% 33%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 117% 16% 87% 30% 8% 110% 41% 2% 125%
Contains more Calcium +222.2%
Contains more Manganese +1142.9%
Contains more Iron +154.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +105.1%
Contains more Potassium +152.7%
Contains less Sodium -86.7%
Contains more Zinc +172.3%
Contains more Copper +95.2%
Contains more Selenium +281.7%
Equal in Magnesium - 22

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.
Tamale
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Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Folate +87.5%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +80%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +225%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +88.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +22%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +74.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +355.6%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 6% 13% 19% 30% 13% 33% 12% 68% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 23% 60% 57% 15% 58% 6% 308% 0%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Folate +87.5%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +80%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +225%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +88.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +22%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +74.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +355.6%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Water +40.8%
Contains more Protein +280.6%
Contains more Fats +302%
Contains more Other +126.8%
6% 6% 18% 68%
Protein: 6.28 g
Fats: 6.12 g
Carbs: 18.12 g
Water: 68.1 g
Other: 1.38 g
24% 25% 48% 3%
Protein: 23.9 g
Fats: 24.6 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 48.37 g
Other: 3.13 g
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Water +40.8%
Contains more Protein +280.6%
Contains more Fats +302%
Contains more Other +126.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -75.3%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +275%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +45.3%
41% 47% 12%
Saturated Fat: 2.396 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.688 g
46% 49% 5%
Saturated Fat: 9.72 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 10.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -75.3%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +275%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +45.3%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Tamale Beef tenderloin
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Tamale Beef tenderloin Opinion
Net carbs 15.02g 0g Tamale
Protein 6.28g 23.9g Beef tenderloin
Fats 6.12g 24.6g Beef tenderloin
Carbs 18.12g 0g Tamale
Calories 153kcal 324kcal Beef tenderloin
Starch 12.27g Tamale
Fructose 0.17g Tamale
Sugar 0.99g 0g Beef tenderloin
Fiber 3.1g 0g Tamale
Calcium 29mg 9mg Tamale
Iron 1.22mg 3.11mg Beef tenderloin
Magnesium 22mg 22mg
Phosphorus 99mg 203mg Beef tenderloin
Potassium 131mg 331mg Beef tenderloin
Sodium 427mg 57mg Beef tenderloin
Zinc 1.48mg 4.03mg Beef tenderloin
Copper 0.063mg 0.123mg Beef tenderloin
Manganese 0.174mg 0.014mg Tamale
Selenium 6µg 22.9µg Beef tenderloin
Vitamin C 1.7mg 0mg Tamale
Vitamin B1 0.05mg 0.09mg Beef tenderloin
Vitamin B2 0.08mg 0.26mg Beef tenderloin
Vitamin B3 1.59mg 3mg Beef tenderloin
Vitamin B5 0.205mg 0.25mg Beef tenderloin
Vitamin B6 0.143mg 0.25mg Beef tenderloin
Folate 15µg 8µg Tamale
Vitamin B12 0.54µg 2.46µg Beef tenderloin
Tryptophan 0.052mg 0.268mg Beef tenderloin
Threonine 0.239mg 1.044mg Beef tenderloin
Isoleucine 0.271mg 1.075mg Beef tenderloin
Leucine 0.568mg 1.889mg Beef tenderloin
Lysine 0.427mg 1.989mg Beef tenderloin
Methionine 0.15mg 0.612mg Beef tenderloin
Phenylalanine 0.275mg 0.933mg Beef tenderloin
Valine 0.318mg 1.163mg Beef tenderloin
Histidine 0.196mg 0.818mg Beef tenderloin
Cholesterol 17mg 85mg Tamale
Saturated Fat 2.396g 9.72g Tamale
Monounsaturated Fat 2.739g 10.27g Beef tenderloin
Polyunsaturated fat 0.688g 1g Beef tenderloin
Omega-3 - ALA 0.029g Tamale

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Tamale Beef tenderloin
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
16%
Tamale
44%
Beef tenderloin
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
Tamale
54%
Beef tenderloin

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 68mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tamale
Tamale is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 7.324g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin contains less Sodium (difference - 370mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Tamale - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167636/nutrients
  2. Beef tenderloin - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169544/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.