Tamale vs. Hot chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between tamale and hot chocolate
- Tamale has more iron, vitamin B3, fiber, vitamin B6, zinc, manganese, and selenium; however, hot chocolate has more calcium and vitamin B2.
- Tamale's daily need coverage for sodium is 17% more.
- Tamale has 13 times more manganese than hot chocolate. Tamale has 0.174mg of manganese, while hot chocolate has 0.013mg.
- Hot chocolate is lower in sodium.
- Tamale has a higher glycemic index than hot chocolate.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Tamales (Navajo) and Milk, chocolate beverage, hot cocoa, homemade.
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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 | +190.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +134.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1238.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +122.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +293.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +50.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +63.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.7% |
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 | +750% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +28.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1095.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +257.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +127.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +60% |
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:
3.52 g
Fats:
2.34 g
Carbs:
10.74 g
Water:
82.45 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +78.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +161.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +68.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +45.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +21.1% |
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
1.431 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.677 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.084 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +304.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +719% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -40.3% |
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:
5 g
Glucose:
0.01 g
Fructose:
0.01 g
Lactose:
4.63 g
Maltose:
0.01 g
Galactose:
0.01 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +2000% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1600% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +2100% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +1150% |
| 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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 427mg | 44mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 0.42mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 0.133mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 114mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 0.63mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.04mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.182mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 1g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.013mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 51µg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 6% | |
| Selenium | 6µg | 2.7µg | 6% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 3.52g | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 45IU | 6% | |
| Fats | 6.12g | 2.34g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 0.677g | 5% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Calories | 153kcal | 77kcal | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 1.431g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.103mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 0.084g | 4% |
| Folate | 15µg | 5µg | 3% |
| Choline | 15.6mg | 3% | |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 197mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 10.74g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.328mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0.2mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0.49µg | 2% |
| Caffeine | 2mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.039mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 105mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 9.74g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 23mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 9.66g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.078g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.095mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.169mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0.305mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0.215mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.076mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0.201mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0.01g | 0% |
| 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
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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 - 8.67g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hot chocolate is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hot chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 383mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hot chocolate is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.965g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hot chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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