Caramel popcorn vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between caramel popcorn and kung Pao chicken?
- Caramel popcorn is higher in iron, copper, manganese, magnesium, and fiber; however, kung Pao chicken is richer in vitamin K, vitamin C, and selenium.
- Caramel popcorn's daily need coverage for iron is 39% more.
- Kung Pao chicken contains 4 times less copper than caramel popcorn. Caramel popcorn contains 0.297mg of copper, while kung Pao chicken contains 0.073mg.
- Caramel popcorn has less sodium.
We used Snacks, popcorn, caramel-coated, with peanuts and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken types in this article.
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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 | +233.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +230% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +62.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +414.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +306.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +67.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +35.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -56% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +198.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +107.7% |
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 | +59.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +129.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1525% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +38.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +117.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +31.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +248.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +116.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.4 g
Fats:
7.8 g
Carbs:
80.7 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +11.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1074.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2166.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.27 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 | -23.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +25.6% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~3.02g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 3.91mg | 0.76mg | 39% |
| Copper | 0.297mg | 0.073mg | 25% |
| Carbs | 80.7g | 6.87g | 25% |
| Manganese | 0.764mg | 0.256mg | 22% |
| Calories | 400kcal | 129kcal | 14% |
| Magnesium | 80mg | 24mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 177mg | 402mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 26mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 1.5g | 9% |
| Selenium | 3.9µg | 8.1µg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 3.9µg | 13.6µg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 7.1mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 65µg | 7% |
| Protein | 6.4g | 9.76g | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.11µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.126mg | 0.055mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 20mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.24mg | 0.74mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.23mg | 0.5mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 127mg | 94mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.99mg | 2.757mg | 5% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 37.4mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.185mg | 0.243mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 355mg | 218mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.032mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.27g | 3.02g | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Fats | 7.8g | 6.98g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 1.04g | 1.352g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.73g | 2.173g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.85mg | 1.02mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 76.9g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 45.36g | 3.03g | N/A |
| Folate | 16µg | 16µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.034g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.052mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.231mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.227mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.641mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.199mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.112mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.303mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.182mg | 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 | 0.005g | 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
14%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.33g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 225mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.312g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caramel popcorn is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caramel popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)