Penne vs. Lo mein — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Penne and Lo mein
- Penne has more Phosphorus, Calcium, Zinc, and Fiber, while Lo mein has more Polyunsaturated fat.
- Lo mein contains 5 times less Saturated Fat than Penne. Penne contains 2.3g of Saturated Fat, while Lo mein contains 0.464g.
The food types used in this comparison are KASHI Three Cheese Penne, frozen, unprepared and Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat.
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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.
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Calcium
+323.8%
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Magnesium
+114.3%
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Phosphorus
+162.2%
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Potassium
+16.2%
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Sodium
-42.3%
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Zinc
+205.6%
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Iron
+33.8%
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Calcium
+323.8%
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Magnesium
+114.3%
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Phosphorus
+162.2%
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Potassium
+16.2%
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-42.3%
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Zinc
+205.6%
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Iron
+33.8%
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.
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Vitamin A
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+19.5%
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Fats
+70.2%
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Carbs
+20%
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Other
+26.4%
Equal in Water - 71.33
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Protein
+19.5%
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+70.2%
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+20%
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+26.4%
Equal in Water - 71.33
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Monounsaturated Fat
+68.9%
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Saturated Fat
-79.8%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+222.8%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+68.9%
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Saturated Fat
-79.8%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+222.8%
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 14.1g | 18.86g |
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| Protein | 5.7g | 4.77g |
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| Fats | 4g | 2.35g |
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| Carbs | 16.8g | 20.16g |
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| Calories | 126kcal | 121kcal |
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| Starch | 16.73g |
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| Fructose | 0.33g |
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| Sugar | 1.9g | 2.63g |
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| Fiber | 2.7g | 1.3g |
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| Calcium | 89mg | 21mg |
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| Iron | 0.8mg | 1.07mg |
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| Magnesium | 30mg | 14mg |
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| Phosphorus | 118mg | 45mg |
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| Potassium | 122mg | 105mg |
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| Sodium | 248mg | 430mg |
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| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.36mg |
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| Copper | 0.064mg |
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| Manganese | 0.24mg |
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| Selenium | 11.7µg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 179IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 9µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.3mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.124mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.81mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.27mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.068mg |
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| Folate | 28µg |
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| Vitamin K | 12.7µg |
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| Cholesterol | 12mg | 0mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 0.008g |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.3g | 0.464g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 0.592g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 1.291g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.134g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.141g |
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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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27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Penne is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.73g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Penne contains less Sodium (difference - 182mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lo mein is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.836g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lo mein is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lo mein is relatively richer in vitamins
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.