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Chinese cuisine vs. Tempeh — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between chinese cuisine and tempeh?

  • Chinese cuisine is higher in vitamin A, vitamin B12, and vitamin C, yet tempeh is higher in copper, manganese, phosphorus, vitamin B2, iron, and magnesium.
  • Tempeh's daily need coverage for copper is 57% more.
  • The amount of sodium in tempeh is lower.
  • The glycemic index of tempeh is lower.

We used Restaurant, Chinese, beef and vegetables and Tempeh 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 11% 6.6% 18% 42% 16% 41% 33% 53% 19% 37%
Tempeh
Tempeh
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 58% 33% 36% 101% 187% 31% 114% 1.2% 170% 0%
Contains more ZincZinc +31.6%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +440%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +404.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +102%
Contains more IronIron +143.2%
Contains more CopperCopper +1042.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +250%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.8%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +784.4%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 39% 21% 16% 1.5% 8.3% 13% 25% 27% 37% 60% 128% 34% 19%
Tempeh
Tempeh
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 20% 83% 50% 17% 50% 10% 0% 18% 0%
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 +59.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +500%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +87.5%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +136.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +550.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +100%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +33.5%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
7% 5% 7% 79%
Protein: 7.08 g
Fats: 5.3 g
Carbs: 7.29 g
Water: 78.82 g
Other: 1.51 g
Tempeh
Tempeh
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20% 11% 8% 60%
Protein: 20.29 g
Fats: 10.8 g
Carbs: 7.64 g
Water: 59.65 g
Other: 1.62 g
Contains more WaterWater +32.1%
Contains more ProteinProtein +186.6%
Contains more FatsFats +103.8%
~equal in Carbs ~7.64g
~equal in Other ~1.62g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
23% 28% 49%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.978 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.13 g
Tempeh
Tempeh
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25% 32% 43%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.539 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.3 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -61.5%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +163.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +101.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Chinese cuisine Tempeh
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Chinese cuisine Tempeh DV% diff.
Copper 0.049mg 0.56mg 57%
Manganese 0.147mg 1.3mg 50%
Vitamin K 51.3µg 43%
Phosphorus 76mg 266mg 27%
Protein 7.08g 20.29g 26%
Vitamin B2 0.055mg 0.358mg 23%
Iron 1.11mg 2.7mg 20%
Vitamin B12 0.48µg 0.08µg 17%
Sodium 409mg 9mg 17%
Magnesium 15mg 81mg 16%
Polyunsaturated fat 2.13g 4.3g 14%
Vitamin C 11.6mg 0mg 13%
Selenium 6.7µg 0µg 12%
Calcium 22mg 111mg 9%
Vitamin B3 1.32mg 2.64mg 8%
Fats 5.3g 10.8g 8%
Saturated fat 0.978g 2.539g 7%
Vitamin A 63µg 0µg 7%
Potassium 204mg 412mg 6%
Choline 34.5mg 6%
Fiber 1.5g 6%
Monounsaturated fat 1.217g 3.205g 5%
Vitamin E 0.82mg 5%
Cholesterol 14mg 0mg 5%
Folate 45µg 24µg 5%
Vitamin B1 0.033mg 0.078mg 4%
Vitamin B6 0.161mg 0.215mg 4%
Calories 105kcal 192kcal 4%
Vitamin B5 0.443mg 0.278mg 3%
Zinc 1.5mg 1.14mg 3%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 0µg 1%
Fructose 0.55g 1%
Starch 1.82g 1%
Carbs 7.29g 7.64g 0%
Net carbs 5.79g 7.64g N/A
Vitamin D 3IU 0IU 0%
Sugar 2.41g N/A
Trans fat 0.058g 0g N/A
Tryptophan 0.083mg 0.194mg 0%
Threonine 0.313mg 0.796mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.314mg 0.88mg 0%
Leucine 0.525mg 1.43mg 0%
Lysine 0.552mg 0.908mg 0%
Methionine 0.158mg 0.175mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.317mg 0.893mg 0%
Valine 0.327mg 0.92mg 0%
Histidine 0.207mg 0.466mg 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

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Chinese cuisine Tempeh
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Chinese cuisine
19%
Tempeh
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
Chinese cuisine
73%
Tempeh

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tempeh
Tempeh is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.41g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 400mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tempeh
Tempeh is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chinese cuisine
Chinese cuisine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.561g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese cuisine
Chinese cuisine is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Chinese cuisine - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168072/nutrients
  2. Tempeh - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174272/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.