Barley flour vs. Chow mein — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Barley flour and Chow mein
- Barley flour has more Fiber, Vitamin B6, Copper, and Phosphorus, while Chow mein has more Iron, Folate, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin E.
- Chow mein covers your daily need of Sodium 51% more than Barley flour.
- Barley flour contains 4 times more Vitamin B6 than Chow mein. While Barley flour contains 0.396mg of Vitamin B6, Chow mein contains only 0.11mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Barley flour is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Barley flour or meal and Noodles, chinese, chow mein.
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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 | +84.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +60% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +157.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +105.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +42.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +83.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +76.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +14.1% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +260% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +57.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +334.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +303.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +56.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +269.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +267.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1225% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.5 g
Fats:
1.6 g
Carbs:
74.52 g
Water:
12.11 g
Other:
1.27 g
Protein:
8.11 g
Fats:
15.43 g
Carbs:
72.8 g
Water:
1.18 g
Other:
2.48 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +29.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +926.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +864.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +95.3% |
~equal in
Carbs
~72.8g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.335 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.771 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.229 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
8.929 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.571 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -85% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +4255.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +363.2% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 345kcal | 475kcal |
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| Protein | 10.5g | 8.11g |
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| Fats | 1.6g | 15.43g |
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| Net carbs | 64.42g | 69.1g |
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| Carbs | 74.52g | 72.8g |
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| Magnesium | 96mg | 52mg |
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| Calcium | 32mg | 20mg |
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| Potassium | 309mg | 120mg |
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| Iron | 2.68mg | 4.73mg |
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| Sugar | 0.8g | 5.71g |
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| Fiber | 10.1g | 3.7g |
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| Copper | 0.343mg | 0.167mg |
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| Zinc | 2mg | 1.4mg |
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| Phosphorus | 296mg | 161mg |
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| Sodium | 4mg | 1174mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.57mg | 2.3mg |
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| Manganese | 1.034mg |
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| Selenium | 37.7µg | 43µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.37mg | 0.578mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.114mg | 0.421mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 6.269mg | 5.95mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.145mg | 0.533mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.396mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 1.4µg |
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| Folate | 8µg | 106µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.8g |
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| Choline | 37.8mg | 8.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.335g | 2.229g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.205g | 8.929g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.771g | 3.571g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.175mg |
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| Threonine | 0.356mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.383mg |
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| Leucine | 0.713mg |
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| Lysine | 0.391mg |
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| Methionine | 0.202mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.589mg |
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| Valine | 0.515mg |
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| Histidine | 0.236mg |
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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
29%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%
78%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chow mein is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Barley flour is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.91g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Barley flour contains less Sodium (difference - 1170mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Barley flour is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.894g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Barley flour is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.