Mackerel vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mackerel and kung Pao chicken different?
- Mackerel is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin D, selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and choline; however, kung Pao chicken is richer in vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mackerel is 495% higher.
- Kung Pao chicken has less sodium.
- Mackerel has a lower glycemic index (0) than kung Pao chicken (55).
Fish, mackerel, salted and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken are the varieties 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +150% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +230% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +138.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +84.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +37% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +48.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +170.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +806.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91% |
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 | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +245.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +19.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +68.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +10809.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +171.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +38.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +74.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.5 g
Fats:
25.1 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
43 g
Other:
13.4 g
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +89.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +259.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +732.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +73.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.148 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.32 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.21 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.352 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +282.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +105.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -81.1% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 0.11µg | 495% |
| Sodium | 4450mg | 402mg | 176% |
| Vitamin D | 1006IU | 0IU | 126% |
| Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 0µg | 126% |
| Selenium | 73.4µg | 8.1µg | 119% |
| Fats | 25.1g | 6.98g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 7.148g | 1.352g | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 254mg | 94mg | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 26mg | 23% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 3.02g | 21% |
| Protein | 18.5g | 9.76g | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.32g | 2.173g | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.243mg | 13% |
| Choline | 101.6mg | 37.4mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.055mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 1.02mg | 9% |
| Calories | 305kcal | 129kcal | 9% |
| Potassium | 520mg | 218mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 24mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 7.1mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 0.76mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.5g | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 13.6µg | 5% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 20mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.74mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.073mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 2.757mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 0g | 6.87g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 47µg | 65µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.032mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 3.03g | N/A |
| Folate | 15µg | 16µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | 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
172%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.03g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 69mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kung Pao chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 4048mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.796g)
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $7)
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.