Chow mein vs. Drumstick tree — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chow mein and drumstick tree
- Chow mein has more selenium, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, phosphorus, and folate, while drumstick tree has more vitamin C.
- Drumstick tree covers your daily need for vitamin C, 157% more than chow mein.
- Chow mein contains 68 times more saturated fat than drumstick tree. While chow mein contains 2.229g of saturated fat, drumstick tree contains only 0.033g.
- Drumstick tree has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of drumstick tree is 0, while the glycemic index of chow mein is 47.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Noodles, chinese, chow mein and Drumstick pods, 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 | +15.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1213.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +98.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +211.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +222% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6042.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +284.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.4% |
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 | +990.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +468.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +859.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +140.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +49% |
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:
2.1 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
8.53 g
Water:
88.2 g
Other:
0.97 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +286.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7615% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +753.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +155.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +7374.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.229 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.929 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.571 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.033 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.102 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.003 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +8653.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +118933.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.5% |
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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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 141mg | 157% |
| Selenium | 43µg | 0.7µg | 77% |
| Iron | 4.73mg | 0.36mg | 55% |
| Sodium | 1174mg | 42mg | 49% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.578mg | 0.053mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.95mg | 0.62mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.421mg | 0.074mg | 27% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.571g | 0.003g | 24% |
| Fats | 15.43g | 0.2g | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.929g | 0.102g | 22% |
| Calories | 475kcal | 37kcal | 22% |
| Carbs | 72.8g | 8.53g | 21% |
| Folate | 106µg | 44µg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 50mg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 2.3mg | 15% | |
| Protein | 8.11g | 2.1g | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.259mg | 11% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.229g | 0.033g | 10% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 461mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.4mg | 0.45mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.167mg | 0.084mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.533mg | 0.794mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 3.2g | 2% |
| Choline | 8.7mg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 52mg | 45mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.12mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 30mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 69.1g | 5.33g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.71g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 4µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.8g | 0g | 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
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48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Drumstick tree is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.71g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Drumstick tree contains less Sodium (difference - 1132mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Drumstick tree is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.196g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Drumstick tree 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.