Vermicelli vs. Tamale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between vermicelli and tamale
- Vermicelli has more copper, selenium, zinc, and iron, while tamale has more vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and vitamin B3.
- Vermicelli's daily need coverage for copper is 206% higher.
- Tamale contains 5 times less selenium than vermicelli. Vermicelli contains 27µg of selenium, while tamale contains 6µg.
- The amount of sodium in vermicelli is lower.
- Vermicelli has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of vermicelli is 35, while the glycemic index of tamale is 82.
The food types used in this comparison are Vermicelli, made from soy 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 CalciumCalcium | +89.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +48.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2941.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +186.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +350% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1000% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +4266.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +395% |
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 KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.1 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
82.32 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.58 g
Protein:
6.28 g
Fats:
6.12 g
Carbs:
18.12 g
Water:
68.1 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +354.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +304.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +6180% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6020% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +472.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.014 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.041 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 | -99.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +20969.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1578% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 1.916mg | 0.063mg | 206% |
| Selenium | 27µg | 6µg | 38% |
| Choline | 177mg | 32% | |
| Zinc | 4.24mg | 1.48mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.54µg | 23% |
| Carbs | 82.32g | 18.12g | 21% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 427mg | 18% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 6.28g | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.143mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 20mg | 99mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.014g | 2.396g | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 1.59mg | 10% |
| Calories | 331kcal | 153kcal | 9% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 6.12g | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.174mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.81mg | 1.22mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.013g | 2.739g | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.08mg | 6% |
| Starch | 12.27g | 5% | |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 22mg | 5% |
| Folate | 0µg | 15µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.205mg | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.041g | 0.688g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.05mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 3mg | 131mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.51mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 3.1g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.8µg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 55mg | 29mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 78.42g | 15.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 17.44g | 0.99g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.239mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.271mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.568mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.427mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.275mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.318mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.17g | 0% | |
| 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Vermicelli is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vermicelli contains less Sodium (difference - 423mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Vermicelli is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.382g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Vermicelli is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tamale is lower in Sugar (difference - 16.45g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tamale is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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