Chow mein vs. Spinach pasta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chow mein and spinach pasta different?
- Chow mein is richer in iron and vitamin B3, while spinach pasta is higher in folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12.
- Chow mein covers your daily need for sodium, 50% more than spinach pasta.
- Chow mein contains 5 times more saturated fat than spinach pasta. Chow mein contains 2.229g of saturated fat, while spinach pasta contains 0.483g.
- Spinach pasta is lower in sodium.
Noodles, chinese, chow mein and Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, spinach, as purchased types were used 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 IronIron | +43.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +21.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +115% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +126.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.7% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +72% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +29.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +186.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +67% |
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:
11.26 g
Fats:
2.1 g
Carbs:
55.72 g
Water:
30.1 g
Other:
0.82 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +634.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +202.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +38.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2450.8% |
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
0.483 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.659 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.467 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1254.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +664.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78.3% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 43µg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 1174mg | 27mg | 50% |
| Manganese | 0.781mg | 34% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 73mg | 24% |
| Fats | 15.43g | 2.1g | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.571g | 0.467g | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.929g | 0.659g | 21% |
| Folate | 106µg | 177µg | 18% |
| Iron | 4.73mg | 3.3mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.315mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.95mg | 3.46mg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 2.3mg | 15% | |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 15% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.31µg | 13% |
| Calories | 475kcal | 289kcal | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.229g | 0.483g | 8% |
| Protein | 8.11g | 11.26g | 6% |
| Carbs | 72.8g | 55.72g | 6% |
| Potassium | 120mg | 272mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 25µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 52mg | 63mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.578mg | 0.609mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.533mg | 0.688mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.167mg | 0.197mg | 3% |
| Choline | 8.7mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.421mg | 0.398mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 148mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 43mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 69.1g | 55.72g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.71g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 1.4mg | 1.4mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.8g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.352mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.488mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.813mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.336mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.208mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.56mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.544mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.237mg | 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
42%
46%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spinach pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.71g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Spinach pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 1147mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Spinach pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.746g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Spinach pasta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chow mein is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 73mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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.