Tamale vs. Chicken meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between tamale and chicken meat?
- Tamale is richer in fiber and vitamin B12, while chicken meat is higher in vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, and phosphorus.
- Chicken meat's daily need coverage for vitamin B3 is 43% higher.
- Chicken meat is lower in sodium.
- Tamale has a higher glycemic index (82) than chicken meat (0).
We used Tamales (Navajo) and Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat and skin, 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 CalciumCalcium | +93.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +770% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +70.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +31.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +83.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +298.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +80% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +26% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +110% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +433.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +402.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +179.7% |
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:
27.3 g
Fats:
13.6 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.45 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +-494.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +334.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +122.2% |
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
3.79 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.34 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.97 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +95% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +331.7% |
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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| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 8.487mg | 43% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 27.3g | 42% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 23.9µg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 88mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.4mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 1.03mg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 2.97g | 15% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 82mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 0g | 12% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 13.6g | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 182mg | 12% |
| Choline | 65.9mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0.3µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.168mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.02mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 5.34g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 3.79g | 6% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 0g | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 48µg | 5% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 239kcal | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 1.94mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 223mg | 3% |
| Folate | 15µg | 5µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.27mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.063mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 1.26mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 23mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 0g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.305mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 1.128mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 1.362mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 1.986mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 2.223mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.726mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 1.061mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 1.325mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.802mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.04g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | 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%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 71mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.394g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken meat contains less Sodium (difference - 345mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken meat is relatively richer in vitamins