Chow mein vs. Peppermint — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between chow mein and peppermint?
- Chow mein is higher in vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and phosphorus, yet peppermint is higher in vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, copper, fiber, and potassium.
- Peppermint's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 85% more.
- Chow mein has 38 times more sodium than peppermint. While chow mein has 1174mg of sodium, peppermint has only 31mg.
- The glycemic index of chow mein is lower.
We used Noodles, chinese, chow mein and Peppermint, fresh types 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 ZincZinc | +26.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +120.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +53.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1115% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +374.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +97% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.4% |
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 | +604.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +58.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +248.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +57.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +17.3% |
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:
3.75 g
Fats:
0.94 g
Carbs:
14.89 g
Water:
78.65 g
Other:
1.77 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +116.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1541.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +388.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +40.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +6565.3% |
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
0.246 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.033 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.508 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +26957.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +603% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -89% |
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 | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 43µg | 78% | |
| Manganese | 1.176mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 1174mg | 31mg | 50% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.578mg | 0.082mg | 41% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 31.8mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.95mg | 1.706mg | 27% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 212µg | 24% |
| Fats | 15.43g | 0.94g | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.929g | 0.033g | 22% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 243mg | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.571g | 0.508g | 20% |
| Calories | 475kcal | 70kcal | 20% |
| Carbs | 72.8g | 14.89g | 19% |
| Copper | 0.167mg | 0.329mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 8g | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 2.3mg | 15% | |
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 73mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 569mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.421mg | 0.266mg | 12% |
| Protein | 8.11g | 3.75g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.229g | 0.246g | 9% |
| Magnesium | 52mg | 80mg | 7% |
| Iron | 4.73mg | 5.08mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.533mg | 0.338mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.4mg | 1.11mg | 3% |
| Choline | 8.7mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 106µg | 114µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.129mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 69.1g | 6.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.71g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.8g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.154mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.154mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.281mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.161mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.053mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.191mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.075mg | 0% |
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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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
70%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peppermint is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.71g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peppermint contains less Sodium (difference - 1143mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peppermint is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.983g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chow mein is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Chow mein is cheaper (difference - $3.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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