Tamale vs. Caramel popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between tamale and caramel popcorn
- Tamale is higher in vitamin B12, yet caramel popcorn is higher in iron, copper, manganese, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin E.
- Caramel popcorn covers your daily iron needs 34% more than tamale.
- The amount of cholesterol in caramel popcorn is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Tamales (Navajo) and Snacks, popcorn, caramel-coated, with peanuts.
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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 | +19.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +53.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +263.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +127.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +171% |
| Contains more IronIron | +220.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +371.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +28.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -58.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +339.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +25.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +29.4% |
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:
6.4 g
Fats:
7.8 g
Carbs:
80.7 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1963.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +27.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +345.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +30.4% |
~equal in
Protein
~6.4g
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
1.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.27 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -56.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +375.3% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~2.73g
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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| Iron | 1.22mg | 3.91mg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.297mg | 26% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.764mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 80.7g | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 3.27g | 17% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 80mg | 14% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 400kcal | 12% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 177mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 355mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.85mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 1.04g | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 127mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 66mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 3.9µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.126mg | 4% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.185mg | 3% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 7.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.9µg | 3% | |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 3.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 1.99mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 1.24mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.23mg | 1% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 6.4g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 76.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 45.36g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 4µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.051mg | 0% |
| Folate | 15µg | 16µg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 2.73g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.231mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.227mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0.641mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.32mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0.303mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.182mg | 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%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 44.37g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 250mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.356g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caramel popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caramel popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Caramel popcorn is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)