Chow mein vs. Drumstick leaves — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between chow mein and drumstick leaves
- Chow mein has more selenium, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and folate; however, drumstick leaves are higher in vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin B2, and calcium.
- Drumstick leaves cover your daily vitamin A needs 151% more than chow mein.
- Drumstick leaves contain 130 times less sodium than chow mein. Chow mein contains 1174mg of sodium, while drumstick leaves contain 9mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Noodles, chinese, chow mein and Drumstick leaves, raw.
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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 | +23.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +18.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +59% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +133.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +43.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4677.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +825% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +180.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.2% |
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 | +124.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +168% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +326.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +165% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +56.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +990.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.11 g
Fats:
15.43 g
Carbs:
72.8 g
Water:
1.18 g
Other:
2.48 g
Protein:
9.4 g
Fats:
1.4 g
Carbs:
8.28 g
Water:
78.66 g
Other:
2.26 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +1002.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +779.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +6566.1% |
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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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 1.2mg | 84% |
| Selenium | 43µg | 0.9µg | 77% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 51.7mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 1174mg | 9mg | 51% |
| Manganese | 1.063mg | 46% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 378µg | 42% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.578mg | 0.257mg | 27% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.571g | 24% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.95mg | 2.22mg | 23% |
| Fats | 15.43g | 1.4g | 22% |
| Carbs | 72.8g | 8.28g | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.929g | 22% | |
| Calories | 475kcal | 64kcal | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.421mg | 0.66mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 185mg | 17% |
| Folate | 106µg | 40µg | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 2.3mg | 15% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.229g | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.73mg | 4mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.533mg | 0.125mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.4mg | 0.6mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.167mg | 0.105mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 2g | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 112mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 337mg | 6% |
| Protein | 8.11g | 9.4g | 3% |
| Choline | 8.7mg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 52mg | 42mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 69.1g | 6.28g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.71g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.8g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.411mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.451mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.791mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.537mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.123mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.487mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.611mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.196mg | 0% |
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
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67%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Drumstick leaves is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.71g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Drumstick leaves contains less Sodium (difference - 1165mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Drumstick leaves is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.229g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Drumstick leaves is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chow mein is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.