Tamale vs. Table salt — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between tamale and table salt
- Tamale is richer than table salt in vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, fiber, iron, vitamin B6, selenium, and vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for table salt is 1667% higher.
- Table salt contains less saturated fat.
- Table salt has a lower glycemic index than tamale.
Food types used in this article are Tamales (Navajo) and Salt, table.
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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 | +2100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +20.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1537.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +269.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +110% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1380% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +74% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +5900% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
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:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0.2 g
Other:
99.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +33950% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +7131.9% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Sodium | 427mg | 38758mg | 1667% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 0mg | 14% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 0g | 13% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 0.1mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 0g | 12% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 0.1µg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 0g | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 0.33mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 0g | 9% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 0kcal | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 0g | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 0g | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 1mg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 0g | 5% |
| Folate | 15µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.03mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 8mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.1mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
510%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tamale contains less Sodium (difference - 38331mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamale is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tamale is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Table salt is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Table salt is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Table salt is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.396g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Table salt is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)