Chow mein vs. Butterbur — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Chow mein and Butterbur different?
- Chow mein is higher in Selenium, Iron, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B2, Folate, and Phosphorus, however, Butterbur is richer in Vitamin C, and Potassium.
- Daily need coverage for Selenium from Chow mein is 77% higher.
- Chow mein contains 168 times more Sodium than Butterbur. While Chow mein contains 1174mg of Sodium, Butterbur contains only 7mg.
Noodles, chinese, chow mein and Butterbur, (fuki), raw 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 | +271.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +4630% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +62.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +775% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1241.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4677.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +415% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +445.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2790% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2005% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2875% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1565.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +960% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1979.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +38475% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1916.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +69.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +7908.5% |
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 | 475kcal | 14kcal |
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| Protein | 8.11g | 0.39g |
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| Fats | 15.43g | 0.04g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 69.1g | 3.61g |
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| Carbs | 72.8g | 3.61g |
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| Magnesium | 52mg | 14mg |
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| Calcium | 20mg | 103mg |
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| Potassium | 120mg | 655mg |
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| Iron | 4.73mg | 0.1mg |
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| Sugar | 5.71g |
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| Fiber | 3.7g |
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| Copper | 0.167mg | 0.103mg |
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| Zinc | 1.4mg | 0.16mg |
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| Phosphorus | 161mg | 12mg |
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| Sodium | 1174mg | 7mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 50IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.3mg |
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| Manganese | 0.274mg |
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| Selenium | 43µg | 0.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.578mg | 0.02mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.421mg | 0.02mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.95mg | 0.2mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.533mg | 0.032mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.096mg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.4µg |
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| Folate | 106µg | 10µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.8g | 0g |
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| Choline | 8.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.229g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.929g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.571g |
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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
42%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chow mein is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chow mein is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Butterbur is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.71g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Butterbur contains less Sodium (difference - 1167mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Butterbur is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.229g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Butterbur is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)