Fettuccine vs. Lo mein — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Fettuccine and Lo mein?
- Fettuccine is higher in Vitamin B3, yet Lo mein is higher in Iron, Folate, and Polyunsaturated fat.
- Lo mein's daily need coverage for Sodium is 11% more.
- Fettuccine has 2 times more Vitamin B3 than Lo mein. While Fettuccine has 1.8mg of Vitamin B3, Lo mein has only 0.81mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Fettuccine is lower.
We used KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat 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 CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +133.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +78.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +260% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +80% |
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 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +91.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +122.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +77.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +36% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +366.7% |
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:
4.77 g
Fats:
2.35 g
Carbs:
20.16 g
Water:
71.33 g
Other:
1.39 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +30% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +14.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +44% |
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Water
~71.33g
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
0.464 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.592 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.291 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +52% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -48.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +222.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 99kcal | 121kcal |
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| Protein | 6.2g | 4.77g |
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| Fats | 2.7g | 2.35g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 12g | 18.86g |
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| Carbs | 14g | 20.16g |
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| Cholesterol | 14mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU |
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| Magnesium | 6mg | 14mg |
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| Calcium | 28mg | 21mg |
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| Potassium | 168mg | 105mg |
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| Iron | 0.6mg | 1.07mg |
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| Sugar | 1.3g | 2.63g |
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| Fiber | 2g | 1.3g |
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| Copper | 0.064mg |
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| Zinc | 0.1mg | 0.36mg |
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| Starch | 16.73g |
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| Phosphorus | 25mg | 45mg |
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| Sodium | 166mg | 430mg |
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| Vitamin A | 179IU |
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| Vitamin A | 9µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 0.3mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.24mg |
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| Selenium | 11.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.047mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.124mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 0.81mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.27mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.068mg |
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| Vitamin K | 12.7µg |
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| Folate | 6µg | 28µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.008g |
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| Choline | 8.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.9g | 0.464g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.9g | 0.592g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 1.291g |
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| Fructose | 0.33g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.141g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.134g |
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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
7%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lo mein is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.436g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lo mein is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
Lo mein is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lo mein is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lo mein is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fettuccine is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.33g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 264mg)