Fettuccine vs. General tso's chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between fettuccine and general tso's chicken
- Fettuccine has more vitamin B1; however, general tso's chicken is richer in phosphorus, vitamin B6, zinc, vitamin B12, iron, and vitamin B3.
- General tso's chicken covers your daily phosphorus needs 15% more than fettuccine.
- General tso's chicken has 3 times less vitamin B1 than fettuccine. Fettuccine has 0.09mg of vitamin B1, while general tso's chicken has 0.027mg.
- Fettuccine contains less sodium.
Specific food types used in this comparison are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Restaurant, Chinese, general tso's chicken.
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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 | +133.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +200% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +19.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +93.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1200% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +408% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +168.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +68.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +58.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +304% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +83.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.2 g
Fats:
2.7 g
Carbs:
14 g
Water:
75.2 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
12.9 g
Fats:
16.36 g
Carbs:
23.99 g
Water:
45.15 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +66.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +108.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +505.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +71.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.76 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.879 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.501 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -67.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +331% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1775.3% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 7.501g | 47% |
| Vitamin K | 38.2µg | 32% | |
| Selenium | 14.4µg | 26% | |
| Fats | 2.7g | 16.36g | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 25mg | 127mg | 15% |
| Protein | 6.2g | 12.9g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 53mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.202mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.617mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 166mg | 435mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 1.3mg | 11% |
| Calories | 99kcal | 295kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.22µg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9g | 2.76g | 8% |
| Choline | 41.5mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 2.853mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.9g | 3.879g | 7% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 1.16mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.027mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.046mg | 5% | |
| Starch | 11.83g | 5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 1.21mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.118mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 0.9g | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.075mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 18mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 14g | 23.99g | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 28mg | 12mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 6IU | 1% |
| Folate | 6µg | 11µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.51g | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 168mg | 201mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12g | 23.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.3g | 11.6g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.09g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.142mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.552mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.564mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.026mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.089mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.332mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.563mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.607mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.333mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.84g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.47g | N/A |
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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
7%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
33%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
General tso's chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
General tso's chicken is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
General tso's chicken is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
General tso's chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fettuccine is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 39mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fettuccine is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 269mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.86g)