Tamale vs. Millet flour — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between tamale and millet flour
- Millet flour is richer than tamale in copper, selenium, manganese, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, phosphorus, magnesium, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for copper for millet flour is 52% higher.
- Tamale contains 107 times more sodium than millet flour. Tamale contains 427mg of sodium, while millet flour contains 4mg.
- Millet flour has a lower glycemic index than tamale.
Food types used in this article are Tamales (Navajo) and Millet flour.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +107.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +440.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +71% |
| Contains more IronIron | +223% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +749.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +77.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +187.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +475.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +445% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +726% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +278.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +518% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +160.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +180% |
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:
10.75 g
Fats:
4.25 g
Carbs:
75.12 g
Water:
8.67 g
Other:
1.21 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +44% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +685.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +71.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +314.6% |
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
0.536 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.924 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.618 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +196.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -77.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +280.5% |
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:
69.88 g
Sucrose:
0.3 g
Glucose:
1.26 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.11 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +33.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +100% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +469.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +500% |
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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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| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.535mg | 52% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 32.7µg | 49% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 1.002mg | 36% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 3.94mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.413mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 6.02mg | 28% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 285mg | 27% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 69.88g | 24% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 23% | |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 119mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 1.267mg | 21% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 75.12g | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.372mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 4mg | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 2.618g | 13% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 382kcal | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 2.63mg | 10% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 10.75g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 0.536g | 8% |
| Folate | 15µg | 42µg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 0.924g | 5% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 4.25g | 3% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 224mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 3.5g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.073mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.8µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 71.62g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 1.66g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.17mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.354mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.473mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 1.537mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.319mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.675mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0.584mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.257mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | 0.044g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.549g | 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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33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
94%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.67g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Millet flour is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Millet flour contains less Sodium (difference - 423mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Millet flour is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.86g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Millet flour is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Millet flour is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.