Tamale vs. Chinese cuisine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between tamale and chinese cuisine
- Tamale has more fiber and monounsaturated fat; however, chinese cuisine is richer in vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, and vitamin E.
- Chinese cuisine covers your daily vitamin A needs 25% more than tamale.
- Chinese cuisine has 2 times less saturated fat than tamale. Tamale has 2.396g of saturated fat, while chinese cuisine has 0.978g.
- Tamale has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of tamale is 82, while the glycemic index of chinese cuisine is 60.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Tamales (Navajo) and Restaurant, Chinese, beef and vegetables.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +46.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +31.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +18.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +55.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +11.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +51.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +45.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +20.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +12.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +582.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +116.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +12.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
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:
7.08 g
Fats:
5.3 g
Carbs:
7.29 g
Water:
78.82 g
Other:
1.51 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +15.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +148.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.7% |
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Other
~1.51g
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
0.978 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.13 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +125.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +209.6% |
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:
1.82 g
Sucrose:
1.17 g
Glucose:
0.69 g
Fructose:
0.55 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +574.2% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +192.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +228.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +223.5% |
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Lactose
~0g
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Galactose
~0g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 51.3µg | 43% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 11.6mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 2.13g | 10% |
| Folate | 15µg | 45µg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 63µg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 1.5g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 0.978g | 6% |
| Choline | 34.5mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.82mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.443mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 7.29g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 1.217g | 4% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 1.82g | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0.48µg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 76mg | 3% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 7.08g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 1.32mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.055mg | 2% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 105kcal | 2% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 15mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 204mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.049mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 409mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 1.11mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 22mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.161mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.033mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 6.7µg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.147mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Fats | 6.12g | 5.3g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 5.79g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 2.41g | N/A |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 1.5mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.058g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.313mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.314mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0.525mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0.552mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.158mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.317mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0.327mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.207mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0.55g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | 0.264g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.803g | 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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamale is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.42g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chinese cuisine is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese cuisine contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chinese cuisine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.418g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinese cuisine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese cuisine is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)