Arepa vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Arepa and Kung Pao chicken
- Arepa is richer in Calcium, yet Kung Pao chicken is richer in Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Vitamin K, Manganese, Choline, and Vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B3 from Kung Pao chicken is 12% higher.
- Arepa contains 4 times more Calcium than Kung Pao chicken. Arepa contains 89mg of Calcium, while Kung Pao chicken contains 20mg.
- Kung Pao chicken contains less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Restaurant, Latino, arepa (unleavened cornmeal bread) and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao 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 | +12.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +345% |
| Contains more IronIron | +36.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +24.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +147.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +143.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +120.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +32.8% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +118.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +509.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +251.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +31% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +210.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +147.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +127.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +288.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +750% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +440.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +78.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +29.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +47.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +34.2% |
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
1.352 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -53.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +43.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +205.4% |
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:
2.53 g
Sucrose:
1.86 g
Glucose:
0.63 g
Fructose:
0.54 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +463.6% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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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| 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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 219kcal | 129kcal |
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| Protein | 5.48g | 9.76g |
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| Fats | 5.38g | 6.98g |
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| Vitamin C | 7.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 34.54g | 5.37g |
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| Carbs | 37.14g | 6.87g |
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| Cholesterol | 5mg | 26mg |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 24mg |
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| Calcium | 89mg | 20mg |
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| Potassium | 88mg | 218mg |
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| Iron | 1.04mg | 0.76mg |
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| Sugar | 0.87g | 3.03g |
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| Fiber | 2.6g | 1.5g |
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| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.073mg |
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| Zinc | 0.8mg | 0.74mg |
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| Starch | 2.53g |
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| Phosphorus | 117mg | 94mg |
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| Sodium | 270mg | 402mg |
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| Vitamin A | 213IU | 1299IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 61µg | 65µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.29mg | 1.02mg |
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| Manganese | 0.116mg | 0.256mg |
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| Selenium | 6.1µg | 8.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.032mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.042mg | 0.055mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.888mg | 2.757mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.202mg | 0.5mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.107mg | 0.243mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.11µg |
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| Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 13.6µg |
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| Folate | 16µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.157g | 0.034g |
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| Choline | 4.4mg | 37.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.902g | 1.352g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.514g | 2.173g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.989g | 3.02g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.048mg | 0.118mg |
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| Threonine | 0.193mg | 0.407mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.207mg | 0.431mg |
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| Leucine | 0.671mg | 0.775mg |
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| Lysine | 0.228mg | 0.449mg |
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| Methionine | 0.131mg | 0.24mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.276mg | 0.402mg |
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| Valine | 0.276mg | 0.47mg |
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| Histidine | 0.166mg | 0.265mg |
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| Fructose | 0g | 0.54g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0.003g | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | 0.244g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.002g | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0.005g | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.825g | 2.688g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
8%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.55g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arepa is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arepa is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.16g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arepa contains less Sodium (difference - 132mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (55)
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.