Tamale vs. Popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Tamale and Popcorn
- Tamale has more Vitamin B12, and Selenium, while Popcorn has more Fiber, Manganese, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Iron, Copper, and Zinc.
- Popcorn's daily need coverage for Fiber is 46% higher.
- The amount of Sodium in Popcorn is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Tamales (Navajo) and Snacks, popcorn, air-popped.
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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 | +314.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +554.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +151.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +161.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +315.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +108.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +261.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +539.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +108% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +45.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +148.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +106.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +34.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1951.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +106.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +329.2% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +188.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -73.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +236.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +200% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +142.9% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +343.4% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +80% |
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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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 153kcal | 387kcal |
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| Protein | 6.28g | 12.94g |
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| Fats | 6.12g | 4.54g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 15.02g | 63.28g |
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| Carbs | 18.12g | 77.78g |
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| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 22mg | 144mg |
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| Calcium | 29mg | 7mg |
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| Potassium | 131mg | 329mg |
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| Iron | 1.22mg | 3.19mg |
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| Sugar | 0.99g | 0.87g |
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| Fiber | 3.1g | 14.5g |
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| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.262mg |
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| Zinc | 1.48mg | 3.08mg |
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| Starch | 12.27g | 54.4g |
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| Phosphorus | 99mg | 358mg |
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| Sodium | 427mg | 8mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 196IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 10µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.29mg |
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| Manganese | 0.174mg | 1.113mg |
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| Selenium | 6µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.104mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.083mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 2.308mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.51mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.157mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.2µg |
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| Folate | 15µg | 31µg |
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| Choline | 21.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.396g | 0.637g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.739g | 0.95g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 2.318g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.085mg |
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| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.452mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.431mg |
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| Leucine | 0.568mg | 1.473mg |
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| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0.338mg |
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| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.252mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.59mg |
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| Valine | 0.318mg | 0.607mg |
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| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.367mg |
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| Fructose | 0.17g | 0.07g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g |
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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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
72%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Popcorn is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.12g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 419mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Popcorn is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.759g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Popcorn is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)