Tamale vs. Sweet roll — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between tamale and sweet roll
- Tamale has more vitamin B12 and zinc; however, sweet roll is higher in vitamin B1, selenium, folate, vitamin B2, vitamin E, and manganese.
- Sweet roll covers your daily need for vitamin B1, 23% more than tamale.
- Tamale has 4 times more vitamin B12 than sweet roll. While tamale has 0.54µg of vitamin B12, sweet roll has only 0.14µg.
- Sweet roll has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of tamale is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Tamales (Navajo) and Sweet rolls, cinnamon, commercially prepared with raisins.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +29.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +150.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +148.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +31.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +39.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -28.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +72.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +183.3% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +33.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +285.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +17.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +548% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +231.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +49.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +98% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +380% |
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:
6.2 g
Fats:
16.4 g
Carbs:
50.9 g
Water:
24.8 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +174.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +168% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +180.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +23.2% |
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Protein
~6.2g
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
3.079 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.797 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.473 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -22.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +75.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +986.2% |
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 | 7.473g | 45% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.324mg | 23% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 17µg | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0.14µg | 17% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 16.4g | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 66mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.265mg | 14% |
| Folate | 15µg | 72µg | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 1.99mg | 13% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 372kcal | 11% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 50.9g | 11% |
| Choline | 41.3mg | 8% | |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 0.59mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 62µg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 1.6mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 2.384mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 4.797g | 5% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Sodium | 427mg | 304mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.3mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0.406mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.4µg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 29mg | 72mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.107mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 76mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.088mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 3.079g | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 2.4g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 17mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 111mg | 1% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 6.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 48.5g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 31.73g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.074mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0.211mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0.259mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0.458mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0.243mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0.291mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.145mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.004g | 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%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 49mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 30.74g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.683g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sweet roll contains less Sodium (difference - 123mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sweet roll is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sweet roll is relatively richer in vitamins
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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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.