Chinese cuisine vs. Soy sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between chinese cuisine and soy sauce?
- Chinese cuisine is richer in vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin C, and selenium, yet soy sauce is richer in manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamin B2.
- Soy sauce's daily need coverage for sodium is 221% higher.
- Chinese cuisine contains less sodium.
- Soy sauce has a lower glycemic index than chinese cuisine.
We used Restaurant, Chinese, beef and vegetables and Soy sauce made from soy and wheat (shoyu) types in this comparison.
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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 CopperCopper | +14% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +72.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1240% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +393.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +113.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +30.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +118.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +592.5% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +49.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +221.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +88.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +66.4% |
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:
8.14 g
Fats:
0.57 g
Carbs:
4.93 g
Water:
71.15 g
Other:
15.21 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +829.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +47.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +907.3% |
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Water
~71.15g
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
0.073 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.088 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.263 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1283% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +709.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
1.82 g
Sucrose:
1.17 g
Glucose:
0.69 g
Fructose:
0.55 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.1 g
Glucose:
0.3 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +1070% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +130% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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Lactose
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Maltose
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Galactose
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 409mg | 5493mg | 221% |
| Vitamin K | 51.3µg | 0µg | 43% |
| Manganese | 0.147mg | 1.018mg | 38% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.48µg | 0µg | 20% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 74mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 76mg | 166mg | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 11.6mg | 0mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.13g | 0.263g | 12% |
| Selenium | 6.7µg | 0.5µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.165mg | 8% |
| Folate | 45µg | 14µg | 8% |
| Potassium | 204mg | 435mg | 7% |
| Fats | 5.3g | 0.57g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 63µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.5mg | 0.87mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.82mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.32mg | 2.196mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.11mg | 1.45mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.978g | 0.073g | 4% |
| Choline | 34.5mg | 18.3mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.217g | 0.088g | 3% |
| Calories | 105kcal | 53kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.443mg | 0.297mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 0.8g | 3% |
| Protein | 7.08g | 8.14g | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.55g | 0g | 1% |
| Starch | 1.82g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.161mg | 0.148mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.043mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 7.29g | 4.93g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.79g | 4.13g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.41g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.033mg | 0.033mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.058g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.083mg | 0.096mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.313mg | 0.271mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 0.318mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.525mg | 0.537mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.552mg | 0.381mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.158mg | 0.097mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.317mg | 0.353mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.327mg | 0.332mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.207mg | 0.174mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.264g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | 0g | 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 |
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
33%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
112%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Soy sauce is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Soy sauce is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.01g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Soy sauce is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.905g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Soy sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Soy sauce is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese cuisine contains less Sodium (difference - 5084mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Chinese cuisine is cheaper (difference - $3.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese cuisine is relatively richer in vitamins