Tamale vs. Tortellini — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Tamale and Tortellini different?
- Tamale is richer in Vitamin B12, and Vitamin B6, while Tortellini is higher in Selenium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Phosphorus, Folate, Calcium, and Vitamin B3.
- Tortellini covers your daily need of Selenium 33% more than Tamale.
- Tamale contains 3 times more Vitamin B12 than Tortellini. Tamale contains 0.54µg of Vitamin B12, while Tortellini contains 0.16µg.
- Tamale is lower in Cholesterol.
Tamales (Navajo) and Tortellini, pasta with cheese filling, fresh-refrigerated, as purchased types were used in this article.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +47.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +45.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +424.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +23% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +27% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +114.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +298.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +232.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +237.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +526% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +287.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +69.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +393.3% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
13.5 g
Fats:
7.23 g
Carbs:
47 g
Water:
30.5 g
Other:
1.77 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +123.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +115% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +18.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +159.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +28.3% |
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
3.6 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.066 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.461 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -33.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +32.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +49.2% |
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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| Calories | 153kcal | 307kcal |
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| Protein | 6.28g | 13.5g |
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| Fats | 6.12g | 7.23g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 15.02g | 45.1g |
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| Carbs | 18.12g | 47g |
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| Cholesterol | 17mg | 42mg |
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| Magnesium | 22mg | 21mg |
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| Calcium | 29mg | 152mg |
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| Potassium | 131mg | 89mg |
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| Iron | 1.22mg | 1.5mg |
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| Sugar | 0.99g | 0.95g |
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| Fiber | 3.1g | 1.9g |
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| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.08mg |
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| Zinc | 1.48mg | 1.02mg |
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| Starch | 12.27g |
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| Phosphorus | 99mg | 212mg |
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| Sodium | 427mg | 406mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 143IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 38µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.16mg |
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| Manganese | 0.174mg |
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| Selenium | 6µg | 23.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.313mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.31mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 2.696mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.043mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0.16µg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.3µg |
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| Folate | 15µg | 74µg |
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| Choline | 5.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.396g | 3.6g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.739g | 2.066g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 0.461g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.052mg |
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| Threonine | 0.239mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.271mg |
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| Leucine | 0.568mg |
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| Lysine | 0.427mg |
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| Methionine | 0.15mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg |
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| Valine | 0.318mg |
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| Histidine | 0.196mg |
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| Fructose | 0.17g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g |
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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%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortellini is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.04g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tortellini contains less Sodium (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tortellini is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tortellini is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tamale is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.204g)
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.