Tamale vs. Tuna Bluefin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between tamale and tuna Bluefin
- Tuna Bluefin is higher than tamale in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin A, phosphorus, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2.
- Tuna Bluefin covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 431% more than tamale.
- Tamale contains 9 times more sodium than tuna Bluefin. While tamale contains 427mg of sodium, tuna Bluefin contains only 50mg.
- The glycemic index of tuna Bluefin is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Tamales (Navajo) and Fish, tuna, fresh, bluefin, cooked, dry heat.
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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 | +190% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +92.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +770% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +190.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +146.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +74.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +229.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +680% |
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 FolateFolate | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +456% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +282.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +562.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +568.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +267.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1914.8% |
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:
29.91 g
Fats:
6.28 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.09 g
Other:
4.72 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +376.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +242% |
~equal in
Fats
~6.28g
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
1.612 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.053 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.844 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +33.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -32.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +168% |
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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| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 10.88µg | 431% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 757µg | 84% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 46.8µg | 74% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.59mg | 10.54mg | 56% |
| Protein | 6.28g | 29.91g | 47% |
| Phosphorus | 99mg | 326mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.143mg | 0.525mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 1.37mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.278mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.306mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 427mg | 50mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 0g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 49mg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 64mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.688g | 1.844g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 0.02mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 323mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.48mg | 0.77mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 18.12g | 0g | 6% |
| Copper | 0.063mg | 0.11mg | 5% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.396g | 1.612g | 4% |
| Folate | 15µg | 2µg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.739g | 2.053g | 2% |
| Calories | 153kcal | 184kcal | 2% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 1.31mg | 1% |
| Fats | 6.12g | 6.28g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 15.02g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.99g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.335mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 1.311mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 1.378mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 2.431mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 2.747mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0.885mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 1.168mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 1.541mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0.88mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.363g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 1.141g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.16g | 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%
166%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tuna Bluefin is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tuna Bluefin contains less Sodium (difference - 377mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tuna Bluefin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.784g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna Bluefin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tuna Bluefin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $7)
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.