Turkey meat vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between turkey meat and tamale
- Turkey meat has more vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin B2, and vitamin B5; however, tamale is higher in fiber.
- Turkey meat covers your daily need for vitamin B3, 50% more than tamale.
- Turkey meat has 6 times more cholesterol than tamale. While turkey meat has 109mg of cholesterol, tamale has only 17mg.
- The glycemic index of tamale is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted and Tamales (Navajo).
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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 | +36.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +82.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +47.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +67.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +125.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +396.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +107.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +11.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1142.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +251.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +502.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +362.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +330.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +88.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +11.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.55 g
Fats:
7.39 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
63.52 g
Other:
0.48 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +354.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +20.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30100% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +187.5% |
~equal in
Water
~68.1g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.155 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.647 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.119 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.396 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.739 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.688 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -10.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +208% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~2.739g
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 B3 | 9.573mg | 1.59mg | 50% |
| Protein | 28.55g | 6.28g | 45% |
| Selenium | 29.8µg | 6µg | 43% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.616mg | 0.143mg | 36% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 17mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.02µg | 0.54µg | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 223mg | 99mg | 18% |
| Choline | 87.4mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.281mg | 0.08mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.948mg | 0.205mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 103mg | 427mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.1g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.119g | 0.688g | 10% |
| Zinc | 2.48mg | 1.48mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.014mg | 0.174mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 0.06g | 18.12g | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.093mg | 0.063mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 239mg | 131mg | 3% |
| Folate | 9µg | 15µg | 2% |
| Calories | 189kcal | 153kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 14mg | 29mg | 2% |
| Fats | 7.39g | 6.12g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 22mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.09mg | 1.22mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 2.155g | 2.396g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.06g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.045mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.101g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.647g | 2.739g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.291mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.004mg | 0.239mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.796mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.925mg | 0.568mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.282mg | 0.427mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.724mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.903mg | 0.275mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.902mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.749mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.841g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey meat contains less Sodium (difference - 324mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turkey meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.241g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 82)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tamale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 92mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $2)
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.