Barbecue chicken vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between barbecue chicken and kung Pao chicken
- Barbecue chicken has more selenium, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B12, and vitamin B2; however, kung Pao chicken is richer in vitamin A, vitamin K, and manganese.
- Barbecue chicken covers your daily cholesterol needs 34% more than kung Pao chicken.
- Kung Pao chicken has 4 times less vitamin B12 than barbecue chicken. Barbecue chicken has 0.47µg of vitamin B12, while kung Pao chicken has 0.11µg.
- Kung Pao chicken contains less cholesterol.
- Kung Pao chicken has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of kung Pao chicken is 55, while the glycemic index of barbecue chicken is 10.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, thigh meat and skin 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 PotassiumPotassium | +17% |
| Contains more IronIron | +25% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +140.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +131.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -16.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +171.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +14.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +25% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5020% |
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 | +71.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +312.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +107.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +327.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +68.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +225% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +121.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +228.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +27.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.51 g
Fats:
15.08 g
Carbs:
0.12 g
Water:
61.41 g
Other:
0.88 g
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +130.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +116% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +5625% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +21.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +83% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.927 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.446 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.038 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.352 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +196.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +48.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.04 g
Glucose:
0.04 g
Fructose:
0.04 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 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 StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +4550% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +1475% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1250% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 127mg | 26mg | 34% |
| Protein | 22.51g | 9.76g | 26% |
| Selenium | 22µg | 8.1µg | 25% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.732mg | 2.757mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 218mg | 94mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.47µg | 0.11µg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.227mg | 0.055mg | 13% |
| Fats | 15.08g | 6.98g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.927g | 1.352g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.446g | 2.173g | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 13.6µg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0.256mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.78mg | 0.74mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 7.1mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.038g | 3.02g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.152mg | 0.5mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.5g | 6% |
| Choline | 62.9mg | 37.4mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 65µg | 5% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 129kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.191mg | 0.243mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 1.02mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 335mg | 402mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.95mg | 0.76mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 0.12g | 6.87g | 2% |
| Folate | 8µg | 16µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.032mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 255mg | 218mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 0.54g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Starch | 0g | 2.53g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.12g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Calcium | 16mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.12g | 3.03g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.073mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.078g | 0.034g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.173mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.657mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.853mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.549mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.75mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.565mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.69mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.935mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.592mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | 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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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 101mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.575g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Barbecue chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.91g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Barbecue chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 67mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barbecue chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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