Tamale vs. Bell pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between tamale and bell peppers
- Tamale has more vitamin B12, zinc, phosphorus, iron, selenium, and vitamin B3; however, bell peppers are richer in vitamin C and vitamin A.
- Bell peppers cover your daily vitamin C needs 87% more than tamale.
- Bell peppers contain less sodium.
- Tamale has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of tamale is 82, while the glycemic index of bell peppers is 32.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Tamales (Navajo) and Peppers, sweet, green, raw.
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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 | +120% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +190% |
| Contains more IronIron | +258.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1038.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +395% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +42.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +33.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.3% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +185.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +231.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +107.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +4629.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +14% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +56.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
Protein:
0.86 g
Fats:
0.17 g
Carbs:
4.64 g
Water:
93.89 g
Other:
0.44 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +630.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3500% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +290.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +213.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +37.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.396 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.688 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.058 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.008 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.062 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +34137.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1009.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.6% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.11 g
Glucose:
1.16 g
Fructose:
1.12 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +263.6% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +452.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +558.8% |
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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 | 1.7mg | 80.4mg | 87% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 3mg | 18% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 0.13mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 0.058g | 11% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 0.86g | 11% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 20mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 0.34mg | 11% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 0.17g | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 0.48mg | 7% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 20kcal | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 0.008g | 7% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 1.7g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.224mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 7.4µg | 6% | |
| Starch | 12.27g | 0g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 0.062g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.028mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 4.64g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 10mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 18µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.37mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.099mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.122mg | 2% |
| Choline | 5.5mg | 1% | |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 1.12g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.057mg | 1% |
| Folate | 15µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 175mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 2.94g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 2.4g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.012mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.024mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0.039mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.007mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0.036mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | 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
15%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
9%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.41g)
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?
Bell pepper is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bell pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 424mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Bell pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.338g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bell pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
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.