Macro Breakdown
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🧬 How Tamales (Navajo) Affects Your Health
Testosterone 13% DV
Zinc (undefined% DV) supports testosterone production. It's a cofactor for 5α-reductase and inhibits aromatase.
Cortisol & Stress 5% DV
Magnesium (undefined% DV) calms the nervous system. It blocks NMDA receptors and reduces stress-induced cortisol spikes.
Cortisol 8% DV
Vitamin B6 (undefined% DV) helps produce serotonin and GABA — calming neurotransmitters that counter cortisol.
Thyroid 11% DV
Selenium (undefined% DV) converts T4 to active T3. Essential for thyroid function.
Athletic Performance
protein + iron. Protein for MPS. Iron for O2 transport. B12 for RBC production. Nitrates→NO→vasodilation. Electrolyt.
Anemia
iron + vitamin b12. Iron-deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency. Vitamin C increases non-heme iron absorpt.
Iron 7% DV
7% DV. Supports red blood cells and oxygen transport. Low iron = fatigue, brain fog.
Magnesium 5% DV
5% DV. Calms nerves, relaxes muscles, supports sleep.
Complete Nutrient Profile
| Nutrient | Amount / 100g | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Kcal | 639.0 kJ | — |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% DV |
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% DV |
| Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% DV |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% DV |
| Sugar | 1.0 g | 2% DV |
| Cholesterol | 17.0 mg | 6% DV |
| Sodium | 427.0 mg | 19% DV |
| Calcium | 29.0 mg | 2% DV |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% DV |
| Magnesium | 22.0 mg | 5% DV |
| Phosphorus | 99.0 mg | 8% DV |
| Potassium | 131.0 mg | 3% DV |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg | 13% DV |
| Vitamin C | 1.7 mg | 2% DV |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 8% DV |
| Folate | 15.0 µg | 4% DV |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5 µg | 23% DV |
| Selenium | 6.0 µg | 11% DV |
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