Chinese cuisine vs. Lentil soup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between chinese cuisine and lentil soup
- The amount of vitamin A, vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin C, zinc, folate, vitamin B5, and vitamin B6 in chinese cuisine is higher than in lentil soup.
- Chinese cuisine covers your daily vitamin A needs 22% more than lentil soup.
- Lentil soup has 22 times less selenium than chinese cuisine. Chinese cuisine has 6.7µg of selenium, while lentil soup has 0.3µg.
- Chinese cuisine contains less sodium.
- Chinese cuisine has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of chinese cuisine is 60, while the glycemic index of lentil soup is 44.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Restaurant, Chinese, beef and vegetables and Soup, lentil with ham, canned, ready-to-serve.
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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 | +66.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +29.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +41.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +400% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +22.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2133.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +42.9% |
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 CVitamin C | +582.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +142.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +216.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +78.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +125% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +112.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.08 g
Fats:
5.3 g
Carbs:
7.29 g
Water:
78.82 g
Other:
1.51 g
Protein:
3.74 g
Fats:
1.12 g
Carbs:
8.16 g
Water:
85.75 g
Other:
1.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +89.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +373.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +22.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11.9% |
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Water
~85.75g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.978 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.13 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.45 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.52 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.13 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +134% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1538.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -54% |
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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| Vitamin K | 51.3µg | 43% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.48µg | 0.12µg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.13g | 0.13g | 13% |
| Selenium | 6.7µg | 0.3µg | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 11.6mg | 1.7mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.5mg | 0.3mg | 11% |
| Protein | 7.08g | 3.74g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 63µg | 7µg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.443mg | 0.14mg | 6% |
| Folate | 45µg | 20µg | 6% |
| Choline | 34.5mg | 6% | |
| Fats | 5.3g | 1.12g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.161mg | 0.09mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.32mg | 0.545mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 409mg | 532mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.82mg | 5% | |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 3mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.033mg | 0.07mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.978g | 0.45g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.217g | 0.52g | 2% |
| Calories | 105kcal | 56kcal | 2% |
| Potassium | 204mg | 144mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.07mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.11mg | 1.07mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 17mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.55g | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.147mg | 0.12mg | 1% |
| Starch | 1.82g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.045mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 7.29g | 8.16g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 5.79g | 8.16g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 2.41g | N/A | |
| Phosphorus | 76mg | 74mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.058g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.083mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.313mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.525mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.552mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.158mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.317mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.327mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.207mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.264g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.803g | 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
28%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lentil soup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lentil soup is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.41g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lentil soup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.528g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lentil soup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese cuisine contains less Sodium (difference - 123mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chinese cuisine is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese cuisine is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)