Tamale vs. Bulgur dry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tamale and bulgur dry different?
- Tamale is higher in vitamin B12; however, bulgur dry is richer in manganese, fiber, magnesium, copper, phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, and iron.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for bulgur dry is 125% higher.
- Bulgur dry has less sodium.
- Bulgur dry has a lower glycemic index (47) than tamale (82).
Tamales (Navajo) and Bulgur, dry 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 SeleniumSelenium | +160.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +645.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +20.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +213% |
| Contains more IronIron | +101.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +431.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +30.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +203% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1651.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +364% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +43.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +221.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +409.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +139.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +80% |
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:
12.29 g
Fats:
1.33 g
Carbs:
75.87 g
Water:
9 g
Other:
1.51 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +360.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +656.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +95.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +318.7% |
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Other
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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
0.232 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.541 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1483.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +27.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.3% |
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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| Manganese | 0.174mg | 3.048mg | 125% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 12.5g | 38% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 164mg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.335mg | 30% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 300mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 5.114mg | 22% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 75.87g | 19% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 17mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 1.045mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 2.46mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.342mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.232mg | 15% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 12.29g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 0.232g | 10% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 342kcal | 9% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 410mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 2.3µg | 7% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 1.33g | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 0.173g | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Choline | 28.1mg | 5% | |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 1.93mg | 4% |
| Folate | 15µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.115mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 0.541g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 63.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 0.41g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.06mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.354mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.455mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0.83mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0.339mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.58mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0.554mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 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%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
96%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bulgur dry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Bulgur dry is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.58g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bulgur dry contains less Sodium (difference - 410mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Bulgur dry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.164g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bulgur dry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Bulgur dry is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Bulgur dry is relatively richer in vitamins