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Chow mein vs. Pumpkin leaves — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Chow mein and Pumpkin leaves

  • Chow mein has more Selenium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Iron, Vitamin B2, Folate, and Zinc, while Pumpkin leaves has more Vitamin C, and Vitamin A.
  • Chow mein's daily need coverage for Selenium is 77% higher.
  • Pumpkin leaves contain 107 times less Sodium than Chow mein. Chow mein contains 1174mg of Sodium, while Pumpkin leaves contain 11mg.

The food types used in this comparison are Noodles, chinese, chow mein and Pumpkin 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.
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 27% 12% 38% 83% 44% 5.5% 45% 1.4% 46% 4.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +36.8%
Contains more IronIron +113.1%
Contains more CopperCopper +25.6%
Contains more ZincZinc +600%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +54.8%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +4677.8%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +95%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +263.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.1%

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 37% 117% 0% 0% 24% 30% 17% 2.5% 48% 0% 0% 27% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +514.9%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +228.9%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +546.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +1169%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +194.4%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +88.2%
~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
3% 2% 93%
Protein: 3.15 g
Fats: 0.4 g
Carbs: 2.33 g
Water: 92.88 g
Other: 1.24 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +157.5%
Contains more FatsFats +3757.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +3024.5%
Contains more OtherOther +100%
Contains more WaterWater +7771.2%

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
74% 19% 8%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.207 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0.052 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.022 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +17071.2%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +16131.8%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -90.7%

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 Pumpkin leaves
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Chow mein Pumpkin leaves Opinion
Calories 475kcal 19kcal Chow mein
Protein 8.11g 3.15g Chow mein
Fats 15.43g 0.4g Chow mein
Vitamin C 0mg 11mg Pumpkin leaves
Net carbs 69.1g 2.33g Chow mein
Carbs 72.8g 2.33g Chow mein
Magnesium 52mg 38mg Chow mein
Calcium 20mg 39mg Pumpkin leaves
Potassium 120mg 436mg Pumpkin leaves
Iron 4.73mg 2.22mg Chow mein
Sugar 5.71g Pumpkin leaves
Fiber 3.7g Chow mein
Copper 0.167mg 0.133mg Chow mein
Zinc 1.4mg 0.2mg Chow mein
Phosphorus 161mg 104mg Chow mein
Sodium 1174mg 11mg Pumpkin leaves
Vitamin A 0IU 1942IU Pumpkin leaves
Vitamin A 0µg 97µg Pumpkin leaves
Vitamin E 2.3mg Chow mein
Manganese 0.355mg Pumpkin leaves
Selenium 43µg 0.9µg Chow mein
Vitamin B1 0.578mg 0.094mg Chow mein
Vitamin B2 0.421mg 0.128mg Chow mein
Vitamin B3 5.95mg 0.92mg Chow mein
Vitamin B5 0.533mg 0.042mg Chow mein
Vitamin B6 0.11mg 0.207mg Pumpkin leaves
Vitamin K 1.4µg Chow mein
Folate 106µg 36µg Chow mein
Trans Fat 0.8g 0g Pumpkin leaves
Choline 8.7mg Chow mein
Saturated Fat 2.229g 0.207g Pumpkin leaves
Monounsaturated Fat 8.929g 0.052g Chow mein
Polyunsaturated fat 3.571g 0.022g Chow mein
Tryptophan 0.041mg Pumpkin leaves
Threonine 0.156mg Pumpkin leaves
Isoleucine 0.156mg Pumpkin leaves
Leucine 0.318mg Pumpkin leaves
Lysine 0.2mg Pumpkin leaves
Methionine 0.054mg Pumpkin leaves
Phenylalanine 0.171mg Pumpkin leaves
Valine 0.181mg Pumpkin leaves
Histidine 0.05mg Pumpkin leaves

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Chow mein Pumpkin leaves
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
23%
Pumpkin leaves
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
Chow mein
31%
Pumpkin leaves

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pumpkin leaves
Pumpkin leaves is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.71g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin leaves
Pumpkin leaves contains less Sodium (difference - 1163mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pumpkin leaves
Pumpkin leaves is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.022g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pumpkin leaves
Pumpkin leaves is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chow mein
Chow mein is relatively richer in minerals
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)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Pumpkin leaves - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169272/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.