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Tamale vs. Persimmon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Important differences between Tamale and Persimmon

  • Tamale has more Vitamin B12, and Phosphorus, however, Persimmon has more Vitamin C, Iron, and Potassium.
  • Persimmon's daily need coverage for Vitamin C is 71% more.
  • Persimmon is lower in Cholesterol.

The food varieties used in the comparison are Tamales (Navajo) and Persimmons, native, raw.

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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 Phosphorus +280.8%
Contains more Iron +104.9%
Contains more Potassium +136.6%
Contains less Sodium -99.8%
Equal in Calcium - 27
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 9% 46% 16% 43% 12% 56% 41% 21% 23% 33%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 9% 94% 0% 12% 28% 1% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Phosphorus +280.8%
Contains more Iron +104.9%
Contains more Potassium +136.6%
Contains less Sodium -99.8%
Equal in Calcium - 27

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.
Tamale
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Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +3782.4%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 6% 13% 19% 30% 13% 33% 12% 68% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 220% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +3782.4%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +685%
Contains more Fats +1430%
Contains more Other +53.3%
Contains more Carbs +84.9%
Equal in Water - 64.4
6% 6% 18% 68%
Protein: 6.28 g
Fats: 6.12 g
Carbs: 18.12 g
Water: 68.1 g
Other: 1.38 g
34% 64%
Protein: 0.8 g
Fats: 0.4 g
Carbs: 33.5 g
Water: 64.4 g
Other: 0.9 g
Contains more Protein +685%
Contains more Fats +1430%
Contains more Other +53.3%
Contains more Carbs +84.9%
Equal in Water - 64.4

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Tamale Persimmon
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Tamale Persimmon Opinion
Net carbs 15.02g 33.5g Persimmon
Protein 6.28g 0.8g Tamale
Fats 6.12g 0.4g Tamale
Carbs 18.12g 33.5g Persimmon
Calories 153kcal 127kcal Tamale
Starch 12.27g Tamale
Fructose 0.17g Tamale
Sugar 0.99g Persimmon
Fiber 3.1g Tamale
Calcium 29mg 27mg Tamale
Iron 1.22mg 2.5mg Persimmon
Magnesium 22mg Tamale
Phosphorus 99mg 26mg Tamale
Potassium 131mg 310mg Persimmon
Sodium 427mg 1mg Persimmon
Zinc 1.48mg Tamale
Copper 0.063mg Tamale
Manganese 0.174mg Tamale
Selenium 6µg Tamale
Vitamin C 1.7mg 66mg Persimmon
Vitamin B1 0.05mg Tamale
Vitamin B2 0.08mg Tamale
Vitamin B3 1.59mg Tamale
Vitamin B5 0.205mg Tamale
Vitamin B6 0.143mg Tamale
Folate 15µg Tamale
Vitamin B12 0.54µg 0µg Tamale
Tryptophan 0.052mg 0.014mg Tamale
Threonine 0.239mg 0.041mg Tamale
Isoleucine 0.271mg 0.035mg Tamale
Leucine 0.568mg 0.058mg Tamale
Lysine 0.427mg 0.045mg Tamale
Methionine 0.15mg 0.007mg Tamale
Phenylalanine 0.275mg 0.036mg Tamale
Valine 0.318mg 0.042mg Tamale
Histidine 0.196mg 0.016mg Tamale
Cholesterol 17mg 0mg Persimmon
Saturated Fat 2.396g Persimmon
Monounsaturated Fat 2.739g Tamale
Polyunsaturated fat 0.688g Tamale
Omega-3 - ALA 0.029g Tamale

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Tamale Persimmon
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
16%
Tamale
18%
Persimmon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
Tamale
14%
Persimmon

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamale
Tamale is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tamale
Tamale is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Persimmon
Persimmon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Persimmon
Persimmon contains less Sodium (difference - 426mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Persimmon
Persimmon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Persimmon
Persimmon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.396g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Persimmon
Persimmon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Tamale - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167636/nutrients
  2. Persimmon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169943/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.