Tamale vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tamale and chicken sandwich different?
- Tamale is higher in vitamin B12; however, chicken sandwich is richer in vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, vitamin B2, vitamin E, vitamin B1, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for chicken sandwich is 38% higher.
- Tamale contains 4 times more vitamin B12 than chicken sandwich. While tamale contains 0.54µg of vitamin B12, chicken sandwich contains only 0.13µg.
- Tamale has less sodium.
Tamales (Navajo) and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles 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 ZincZinc | +142.6% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -43.3% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +87% |
Contains more IronIron | +45.1% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +86.9% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +25.9% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +231.7% |
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 | +112.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +315.4% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +360% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +275% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +385.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +485.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +167.8% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +213.3% |
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:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
Contains more WaterWater | +39.1% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +159.2% |
Contains more FatsFats | +82.8% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.3% |
Contains more OtherOther | +95.7% |
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
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -11.4% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +63.6% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +361.8% |
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:
16.5 g
Sucrose:
1.15 g
Glucose:
0.79 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
Contains more StarchStarch | +34.5% |
Contains more SucroseSucrose | +187.5% |
Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +276.2% |
Contains more FructoseFructose | +470.6% |
Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +231.8% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sugar |
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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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Rich in minerals |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in price | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 7.72mg | 38% |
Selenium | 6µg | 19.9µg | 25% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 1.2mg | 20% |
Protein | 6.28g | 16.28g | 20% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.383mg | 18% |
Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0.13µg | 17% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.3mg | 17% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 3.177g | 17% |
Vitamin E | 0mg | 2.41mg | 16% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.23mg | 15% |
Sodium | 427mg | 753mg | 14% |
Phosphorus | 99mg | 185mg | 12% |
Fats | 6.12g | 11.19g | 8% |
Folate | 15µg | 47µg | 8% |
Zinc | 1.48mg | 0.61mg | 8% |
Vitamin K | 8.5µg | 7% | |
Fiber | 3.1g | 1.4g | 7% |
Iron | 1.22mg | 1.77mg | 7% |
Cholesterol | 17mg | 35mg | 6% |
Choline | 35.3mg | 6% | |
Calories | 153kcal | 250kcal | 5% |
Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 4.481g | 4% |
Potassium | 131mg | 245mg | 3% |
Calcium | 29mg | 58mg | 3% |
Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.219mg | 2% |
Starch | 12.27g | 16.5g | 2% |
Carbs | 18.12g | 20.89g | 1% |
Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0.8mg | 1% |
Saturated fat | 2.396g | 2.123g | 1% |
Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
Vitamin D | 5IU | 1% | |
Fructose | 0.17g | 0.97g | 1% |
Net carbs | 15.02g | 19.49g | N/A |
Magnesium | 22mg | 24mg | 0% |
Sugar | 0.99g | 3.64g | N/A |
Copper | 0.063mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg | 0% |
Trans fat | 0.03g | N/A | |
Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.239mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.568mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.427mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.318mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.196mg | 0% | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | 0.197g | N/A |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | 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%

44%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%

48%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Tamale contains less Sodium (difference - 326mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.273g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Chicken sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)