Tamale vs. Brussels sprouts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between tamale and Brussels sprouts
- Tamale is higher in vitamin B12, zinc, and selenium, yet Brussels sprouts are higher in vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, potassium, and vitamin B1.
- Brussels sprouts cover your daily vitamin C needs 93% more than tamale.
- The amount of saturated fat in Brussels sprouts is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Tamales (Navajo) and Brussels sprouts, 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 ZincZinc | +252.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +43.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +275% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +44.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +196.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +14.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +11.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +93.7% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +113.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +4900% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +178% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +12.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +50.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +53.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +306.7% |
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:
3.38 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
8.95 g
Water:
86 g
Other:
1.37 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +85.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1940% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +102.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26.3% |
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Other
~1.37g
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
0.062 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
153 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +11808.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +22138.4% |
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:
0.46 g
Glucose:
0.81 g
Fructose:
0.93 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +15% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +285.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +447.1% |
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Lactose
~0g
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Galactose
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 153g | 1015% |
| Vitamin K | 177µg | 148% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 85mg | 93% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 25mg | 17% |
| Folate | 15µg | 61µg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 0.062g | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 0.42mg | 10% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 0.3g | 9% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 1.6µg | 8% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 389mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.337mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.139mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 0.023g | 7% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 3.38g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.219mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.88mg | 6% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 43kcal | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 0.745mg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 69mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 38µg | 4% |
| Choline | 19.1mg | 3% | |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 8.95g | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 3.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.309mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 1.4mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.09mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0.93g | 1% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 42mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 5.15g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 23mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 2.2g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.12mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0.152mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0.155mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.076mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | 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
15%
73%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.21g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tamale is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brussels sprouts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brussels sprouts contains less Sodium (difference - 402mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brussels sprouts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.334g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brussels sprouts 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.