Arepa vs. Orange chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between arepa and orange chicken
- Orange chicken is richer than arepa in selenium, vitamin K, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, vitamin B2, choline, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for orange chicken is 20% higher.
Food types used in this article are Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread) and Restaurant, Chinese, orange chicken.
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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 | +35% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +535.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -51.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +137.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +40% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +41.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +180.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +62.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +23% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +269% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +423.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +304.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +395% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +115% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +597.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1402.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.48 g
Fats:
5.38 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
50.8 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
14.46 g
Fats:
12.68 g
Carbs:
22.46 g
Water:
48.43 g
Other:
1.97 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +65.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +163.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +135.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +64.2% |
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Water
~48.43g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.902 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.514 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.989 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.422 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.086 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -16.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +129.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +515.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.33 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.41 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
10.5 g
Sucrose:
12.3 g
Glucose:
0.63 g
Fructose:
0.67 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +3627.3% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.989g | 6.086g | 34% |
| Selenium | 6.1µg | 17.1µg | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 61mg | 19% |
| Protein | 5.48g | 14.46g | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.888mg | 3.59mg | 17% |
| Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 24.4µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.202mg | 1mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.042mg | 0.22mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 270mg | 553mg | 12% |
| Choline | 4.4mg | 66.1mg | 11% |
| Fats | 5.38g | 12.68g | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.107mg | 0.23mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 89mg | 14mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.2µg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 0.8g | 7% |
| Carbs | 37.14g | 22.46g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.514g | 3.474g | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 1.07mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 209mg | 4% |
| Starch | 10.5g | 4% | |
| Zinc | 0.8mg | 1.13mg | 3% |
| Folate | 10µg | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.902g | 2.422g | 2% |
| Calories | 219kcal | 262kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.043mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 61µg | 75µg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 117mg | 130mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 20mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.67g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.042mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.04mg | 0.94mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.116mg | 0.087mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 34.54g | 21.66g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | 13.6g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.157g | 0.053g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0.113mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.193mg | 0.576mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.207mg | 0.576mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.671mg | 1.001mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.228mg | 1.058mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.131mg | 0.34mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.276mg | 0.51mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.276mg | 0.614mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.166mg | 0.359mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | 0.619g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.028g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.825g | 5.284g | 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
9%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Orange chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.48g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Orange chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Orange chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arepa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arepa is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.73g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arepa contains less Sodium (difference - 283mg)
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.