Cream of Wheat vs. Orange chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cream of Wheat and orange chicken?
- Cream of Wheat is richer in iron, vitamin A, vitamin B1, and folate, while orange chicken is higher in selenium, vitamin K, vitamin B5, and phosphorus.
- Cream of Wheat's daily need coverage for iron is 50% higher.
- Orange chicken has 6 times less folate than cream of Wheat. Cream of Wheat has 62µg of folate, while orange chicken has 10µg.
- Cream of Wheat is lower in sodium.
We used Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, instant, prepared with water, without salt and Restaurant, Chinese, orange chicken types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +357.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +427.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +233.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +945% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +564.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +622.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +388.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +209.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +439.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +34.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +520% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +5250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +16.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1119.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +24300% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.84 g
Fats:
0.24 g
Carbs:
13.08 g
Water:
84.4 g
Other:
0.44 g
Protein:
14.46 g
Fats:
12.68 g
Carbs:
22.46 g
Water:
48.43 g
Other:
1.97 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +74.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +685.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5183.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +71.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +347.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.038 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.033 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.134 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.422 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.086 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +10427.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4441.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.07 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
10.5 g
Sucrose:
12.3 g
Glucose:
0.63 g
Fructose:
0.67 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +17471.4% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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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 |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 4.96mg | 0.94mg | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.134g | 6.086g | 40% |
| Protein | 1.84g | 14.46g | 25% |
| Selenium | 3.5µg | 17.1µg | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 61mg | 20% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 24.4µg | 20% |
| Sodium | 102mg | 553mg | 20% |
| Fats | 0.24g | 12.68g | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.082mg | 1mg | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 232µg | 75µg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 18mg | 130mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.232mg | 0.043mg | 16% |
| Folate | 62µg | 10µg | 13% |
| Choline | 66.1mg | 12% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.038g | 2.422g | 11% |
| Calories | 62kcal | 262kcal | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.033g | 3.474g | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 1.13mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.2µg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 1.07mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 20mg | 209mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.309mg | 0.23mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 14mg | 5% |
| Starch | 10.5g | 4% | |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.087mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.093mg | 3.59mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 20mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 13.08g | 22.46g | 3% |
| Fructose | 0.67g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 0.8g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.21mg | 0.22mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12.48g | 21.66g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.07g | 13.6g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.043mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.053g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.025mg | 0.113mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.058mg | 0.576mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.08mg | 0.576mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.139mg | 1.001mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.047mg | 1.058mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.034mg | 0.34mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.099mg | 0.51mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.089mg | 0.614mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.042mg | 0.359mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.619g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.028g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.284g | N/A |
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
28%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Orange chicken is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Orange chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 67)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Orange chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cream of Wheat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 61mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cream of Wheat is lower in Sugar (difference - 13.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cream of Wheat contains less Sodium (difference - 451mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cream of Wheat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.384g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)