Tamale vs. Dulce de Leche — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between tamale and dulce de Leche
- Tamale has more iron, fiber, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12; however, dulce de Leche has more vitamin B2, calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin B5.
- Dulce de Leche's daily need coverage for vitamin B2 is 25% more.
- Dulce de Leche is lower in sodium.
- Tamale has a higher glycemic index than dulce de Leche.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Tamales (Navajo) and Dulce de Leche.
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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 IronIron | +617.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1475% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +87.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +8600% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +122.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +765.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +167.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +94.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -69.8% |
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 | +212.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +657.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +793.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +74.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +36.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +52.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +406.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +307.3% |
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:
6.84 g
Fats:
7.35 g
Carbs:
55.35 g
Water:
28.71 g
Other:
1.75 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +137.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +20.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +205.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26.8% |
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Protein
~6.84g
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
4.534 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.143 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.375 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -47.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +27.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +83.5% |
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:
0 g
Sucrose:
41.77 g
Glucose:
1.7 g
Fructose:
0.32 g
Lactose:
4.92 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
1.03 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +10342.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +709.5% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +88.2% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.405mg | 25% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 251mg | 22% |
| Choline | 89.1mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.835mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 193mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 0.17mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 129mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 55.35g | 12% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 0g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 4.534g | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0.31µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.016mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 0.21mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 74µg | 8% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 315kcal | 8% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.004mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.002mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 0.79mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 350mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 2.7µg | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 29mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.016mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 0.375g | 2% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 7.35g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 2.6mg | 1% |
| Folate | 15µg | 11µg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 2.143g | 1% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 6.84g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.2mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 55.35g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 22mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 49.74g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.364g | 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% | |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0.32g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | 0.05g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.131g | 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%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 48.75g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.138g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamale is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Dulce de Leche contains less Sodium (difference - 298mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dulce de Leche is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.