Chicken breast vs. Tofu, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate and magnesium chloride (nigari) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chicken breast and tofu, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate and magnesium chloride (nigari) different?
- Chicken breast is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, selenium, vitamin B5, phosphorus, and vitamin B12; however, tofu, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate and magnesium chloride (nigari) is richer in manganese, calcium, and copper.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for chicken breast is 92% higher.
Chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat only, cooked, fried and Tofu, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate and magnesium chloride (nigari) are the varieties used 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 PotassiumPotassium | +86.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +30.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +103.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +164.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +19.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1156.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +41.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +294.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2876.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4100% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +31.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +98.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +14535.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +845.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +801.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +241.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +375% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
33.44 g
Fats:
4.71 g
Carbs:
0.51 g
Water:
60.21 g
Other:
1.13 g
Protein:
9.04 g
Fats:
4.17 g
Carbs:
2.85 g
Water:
82.93 g
Other:
1.01 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +269.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +12.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +458.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +37.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.29 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.72 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.07 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.793 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.127 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.649 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +52.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -38.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +54.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 14.782mg | 0.101mg | 92% |
| Protein | 33.44g | 9.04g | 49% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.64mg | 0.071mg | 44% |
| Cholesterol | 91mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Selenium | 26.2µg | 9.9µg | 30% |
| Manganese | 0.021mg | 0.625mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.04mg | 0.11mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 201mg | 19% |
| Copper | 0.054mg | 0.213mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 246mg | 121mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.37µg | 0µg | 15% |
| Choline | 95.9mg | 28.1mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1.14mg | 1.61mg | 6% |
| Calories | 187kcal | 78kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.125mg | 0.063mg | 5% |
| Folate | 4µg | 19µg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.07g | 1.649g | 4% |
| Potassium | 276mg | 148mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.9g | 4% |
| Sodium | 79mg | 12mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 0.01mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.08mg | 0.83mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1.29g | 0.793g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.079mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.72g | 1.127g | 1% |
| Fats | 4.71g | 4.17g | 1% |
| Carbs | 0.51g | 2.85g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Magnesium | 31mg | 37mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.51g | 1.95g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 0.6g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2.4µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.39mg | 0.123mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.412mg | 0.411mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.765mg | 0.444mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.509mg | 0.728mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.836mg | 0.462mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.925mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.328mg | 0.437mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.659mg | 0.455mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.037mg | 0.225mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 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
50%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
44%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tofu, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate and magnesium chloride (nigari) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 91mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tofu, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate and magnesium chloride (nigari) contains less Sodium (difference - 67mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tofu, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate and magnesium chloride (nigari) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.497g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tofu, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate and magnesium chloride (nigari) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken breast is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.6g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken breast is relatively richer in vitamins
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.