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Chow mein vs. Lemongrass — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between chow mein and lemongrass

  • Chow mein has more selenium, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, and vitamin B5; however, lemongrass is higher in iron, potassium, and copper.
  • Chow mein covers your daily selenium needs 77% more than lemongrass.
  • Lemongrass contains 196 times less Sodium than chow mein. Chow mein contains 1174mg of Sodium, while lemongrass contains 6mg.
  • Lemongrass has less sodium.

Food varieties used in this article are Noodles, chinese, chow mein and Lemon grass (citronella), 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 37% 6% 11% 177% 56% 38% 69% 153% 0% 235%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 43% 20% 64% 306% 89% 61% 43% 0.78% 681% 3.8%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +59.4%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +6042.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +15.4%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +225%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +502.5%
Contains more IronIron +72.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +59.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +59.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.5%

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 0% 0% 46% 0% 145% 97% 112% 32% 25% 0% 3.5% 80% 4.7%
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 8.7% 0.36% 0% 0% 16% 31% 21% 3% 18% 0% 0% 56% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +789.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +211.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +440.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +966%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +37.5%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +41.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
8% 15% 73% 2%
Protein: 8.11 g
Fats: 15.43 g
Carbs: 72.8 g
Water: 1.18 g
Other: 2.48 g
2% 25% 71% 2%
Protein: 1.82 g
Fats: 0.49 g
Carbs: 25.31 g
Water: 70.58 g
Other: 1.8 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +345.6%
Contains more FatsFats +3049%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +187.6%
Contains more OtherOther +37.8%
Contains more WaterWater +5881.4%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
15% 61% 24%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 2.229 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 8.929 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.571 g
35% 16% 50%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.119 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0.054 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.17 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +16435.2%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +2000.6%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -94.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Chow mein Lemongrass Opinion
Calories 475kcal 99kcal Chow mein
Protein 8.11g 1.82g Chow mein
Fats 15.43g 0.49g Chow mein
Vitamin C 0mg 2.6mg Lemongrass
Net carbs 69.1g 25.31g Chow mein
Carbs 72.8g 25.31g Chow mein
Magnesium 52mg 60mg Lemongrass
Calcium 20mg 65mg Lemongrass
Potassium 120mg 723mg Lemongrass
Iron 4.73mg 8.17mg Lemongrass
Sugar 5.71g Lemongrass
Fiber 3.7g Chow mein
Copper 0.167mg 0.266mg Lemongrass
Zinc 1.4mg 2.23mg Lemongrass
Phosphorus 161mg 101mg Chow mein
Sodium 1174mg 6mg Lemongrass
Vitamin A 0IU 6IU Lemongrass
Vitamin E 2.3mg Chow mein
Manganese 5.224mg Lemongrass
Selenium 43µg 0.7µg Chow mein
Vitamin B1 0.578mg 0.065mg Chow mein
Vitamin B2 0.421mg 0.135mg Chow mein
Vitamin B3 5.95mg 1.101mg Chow mein
Vitamin B5 0.533mg 0.05mg Chow mein
Vitamin B6 0.11mg 0.08mg Chow mein
Vitamin K 1.4µg Chow mein
Folate 106µg 75µg Chow mein
Trans Fat 0.8g 0g Lemongrass
Choline 8.7mg Chow mein
Saturated Fat 2.229g 0.119g Lemongrass
Monounsaturated Fat 8.929g 0.054g Chow mein
Polyunsaturated fat 3.571g 0.17g Chow mein

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Chow mein Lemongrass
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
42%
Chow mein
12%
Lemongrass
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
Chow mein
131%
Lemongrass

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lemongrass
Lemongrass is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.71g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lemongrass
Lemongrass contains less Sodium (difference - 1168mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lemongrass
Lemongrass is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.11g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lemongrass
Lemongrass is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lemongrass
Lemongrass is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Chow mein
Chow mein is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chow mein
Chow mein is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

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. Chow mein - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168905/nutrients
  2. Lemongrass - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168573/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.