Chicken breast vs. Tofu — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chicken breast and tofu different?
- Chicken breast is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, selenium, and vitamin B12; however, tofu is richer in calcium, manganese, copper, and iron.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for chicken breast is 90% higher.
- Tofu has less cholesterol.
- Chicken breast has a lower glycemic index (0) than tofu (15).
Chicken, broilers or fryers, breast, meat only, cooked, fried and Tofu, raw, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate 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 | +16.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +29.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +50.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +87.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +4168.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +133.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +600% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +45.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -82.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5523.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3779.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +682% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +595.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +621.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +625% |
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:
17.27 g
Fats:
8.72 g
Carbs:
2.78 g
Water:
69.83 g
Other:
1.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +93.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +85.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +445.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +23.9% |
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
1.261 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.925 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.921 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +11.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +359.9% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~1.261g
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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| Calories | 187kcal | 144kcal |
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| Protein | 33.44g | 17.27g |
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| Fats | 4.71g | 8.72g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 0.51g | 0.48g |
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| Carbs | 0.51g | 2.78g |
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| Cholesterol | 91mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 5IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 31mg | 58mg |
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| Calcium | 16mg | 683mg |
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| Potassium | 276mg | 237mg |
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| Iron | 1.14mg | 2.66mg |
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| Fiber | 0g | 2.3g |
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| Copper | 0.054mg | 0.378mg |
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| Zinc | 1.08mg | 1.57mg |
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| Phosphorus | 246mg | 190mg |
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| Sodium | 79mg | 14mg |
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| Vitamin A | 23IU | 166IU |
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| Vitamin A | 7µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.42mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.021mg | 1.181mg |
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| Selenium | 26.2µg | 17.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.079mg | 0.158mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.125mg | 0.102mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 14.782mg | 0.381mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.04mg | 0.133mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.64mg | 0.092mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.37µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.4µg |
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| Folate | 4µg | 29µg |
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| Choline | 95.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.29g | 1.261g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.72g | 1.925g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.07g | 4.921g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.39mg | 0.235mg |
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| Threonine | 1.412mg | 0.785mg |
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| Isoleucine | 1.765mg | 0.849mg |
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| Leucine | 2.509mg | 1.392mg |
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| Lysine | 2.836mg | 0.883mg |
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| Methionine | 0.925mg | 0.211mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.328mg | 0.835mg |
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| Valine | 1.659mg | 0.87mg |
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| Histidine | 1.037mg | 0.431mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.03g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.02g |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
87%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tofu is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 91mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tofu is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tofu contains less Sodium (difference - 65mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tofu is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.029g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken breast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
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.