Chinook salmon vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chinook salmon and kung Pao chicken different?
- Chinook salmon is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, phosphorus, magnesium, and vitamin B6; however, kung Pao chicken is richer in vitamin A and manganese.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for chinook salmon is 115% higher.
- Chinook salmon contains 6 times more selenium than kung Pao chicken. While chinook salmon contains 46.8µg of selenium, kung Pao chicken contains only 8.1µg.
- Kung Pao chicken has less cholesterol.
- Chinook salmon has a lower glycemic index (0) than kung Pao chicken (55).
Fish, salmon, chinook, cooked, dry heat and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +408.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +40% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +131.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +19.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +294.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +477.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +37.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +32.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1247.4% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +129.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +37.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +264.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +73% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +90.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2509.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +118.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +73.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
25.72 g
Fats:
13.38 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
65.6 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +163.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +91.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.214 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.742 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.662 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.352 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +164.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -57.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +13.4% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.87µg | 0.11µg | 115% |
| Selenium | 46.8µg | 8.1µg | 70% |
| Vitamin B3 | 10.045mg | 2.757mg | 46% |
| Phosphorus | 371mg | 94mg | 40% |
| Protein | 25.72g | 9.76g | 32% |
| Magnesium | 122mg | 24mg | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 26mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.462mg | 0.243mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 402mg | 15% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Manganese | 0.019mg | 0.256mg | 10% |
| Fats | 13.38g | 6.98g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 149µg | 65µg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.742g | 2.173g | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.055mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 505mg | 218mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.214g | 1.352g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.865mg | 0.5mg | 7% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 7% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.5g | 6% |
| Folate | 35µg | 16µg | 5% |
| Calories | 231kcal | 129kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4.1mg | 7.1mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0.74mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.053mg | 0.073mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.91mg | 0.76mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 0g | 6.87g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.662g | 3.02g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.044mg | 0.032mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Calcium | 28mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.288mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.127mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.185mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.09mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.362mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.761mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.004mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.325mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.757mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.01g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.727g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.296g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | 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
65%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 59mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.862g)
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $15)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinook salmon is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinook salmon contains less Sodium (difference - 342mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinook salmon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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