Tamale vs. Gingerbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between tamale and gingerbread
- Tamale has more vitamin B12 and zinc; however, gingerbread is higher in manganese, iron, selenium, copper, vitamin B1, magnesium, and potassium.
- Gingerbread covers your daily need for manganese, 22% more than tamale.
- Tamale has 9 times more vitamin B12 than gingerbread. While tamale has 0.54µg of vitamin B12, gingerbread has only 0.06µg.
- Tamale has less saturated fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Tamales (Navajo) and Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +279.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +83.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +218.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +144.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +235.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +136.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +209.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +292.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +171.7% |
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 | +1600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +280% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +102.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +82.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +32.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +120% |
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:
3.9 g
Fats:
16.4 g
Carbs:
49.2 g
Water:
28 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +61% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +143.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +168% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +171.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +81.2% |
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
4.122 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.216 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -41.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +160.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +512.8% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 4.216g | 24% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.683mg | 22% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 2.88mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0.06µg | 20% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 16.3µg | 19% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 16.4g | 16% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.195mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.19mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 12% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 7.124g | 11% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 70mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 0.39mg | 10% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 356kcal | 10% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 49.2g | 10% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 439mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 4.122g | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.162mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 54mg | 6% |
| Folate | 15µg | 33µg | 5% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 3.9g | 5% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 32mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 71mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.19mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 327mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.375mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0.1mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 14µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 1.738mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 49.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.047mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.124mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.151mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0.279mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.195mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0.173mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | 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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.726g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tamale is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gingerbread contains less Sodium (difference - 100mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gingerbread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Gingerbread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)