Tamale vs. Asparagus — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are tamale and asparagus different?
- Tamale is richer in vitamin B12 and zinc, while asparagus is higher in vitamin A, copper, iron, folate, vitamin B1, and vitamin E.
- Tamale covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 23% more than asparagus.
- Tamale contains 214 times more sodium than asparagus. Tamale contains 427mg of sodium, while asparagus contains 2mg.
- Tamale has a higher glycemic index (82) than asparagus (32).
Tamales (Navajo) and Asparagus, raw types were 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +57.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +20.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +174.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +90.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +160.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +54.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +75.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +200% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +62.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +57.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +229.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +186% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +76.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +33.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +246.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +185.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5000% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +367% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +137.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +36.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1276% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +73.9% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +209.5% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +488.2% |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 41.6µg | 35% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 2mg | 18% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.189mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 2.14mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 0.04g | 11% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 0.12g | 9% |
| Folate | 15µg | 52µg | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 0.54mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.143mg | 8% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 2.2g | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 1.13mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 52mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 0g | 7% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 2.3µg | 7% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 20kcal | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 3.88g | 5% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.141mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.091mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 38µg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 0.05g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 5.6mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 2.1g | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 0.978mg | 4% |
| Choline | 16mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 202mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 1g | 1% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.158mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.274mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 1.78g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 1.88g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.075mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0.128mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.075mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.049mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.89g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamale is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Asparagus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 425mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.356g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Asparagus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Asparagus is relatively richer in vitamins