General tso's chicken vs. Caramel popcorn — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between general tso's chicken and caramel popcorn?
- General tso's chicken is richer in vitamin K, selenium, and vitamin B12, while caramel popcorn is higher in iron, manganese, copper, magnesium, and fiber.
- Caramel popcorn's daily need coverage for iron is 34% higher.
We used Restaurant, Chinese, general tso's chicken and Snacks, popcorn, caramel-coated, with peanuts 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 SeleniumSelenium | +269.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +344.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +450% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +76.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +237.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +545.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +918.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +175% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +42.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +43.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +168.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +879.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +139.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +88.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +45.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.9 g
Fats:
16.36 g
Carbs:
23.99 g
Water:
45.15 g
Other:
1.6 g
Protein:
6.4 g
Fats:
7.8 g
Carbs:
80.7 g
Water:
3.3 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +101.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +109.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1268.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +236.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +12.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.76 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.879 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.501 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.27 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +42.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +129.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62.3% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 1.16mg | 3.91mg | 34% |
| Manganese | 0.075mg | 0.764mg | 30% |
| Vitamin K | 38.2µg | 3.9µg | 29% |
| Copper | 0.046mg | 0.297mg | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.501g | 3.27g | 28% |
| Selenium | 14.4µg | 3.9µg | 19% |
| Carbs | 23.99g | 80.7g | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 53mg | 0mg | 18% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 80mg | 15% |
| Protein | 12.9g | 6.4g | 13% |
| Fats | 16.36g | 7.8g | 13% |
| Fiber | 0.9g | 3.8g | 12% |
| Sodium | 435mg | 177mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.22µg | 0µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.617mg | 0.23mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.76g | 1.04g | 8% |
| Starch | 11.83g | 5% | |
| Potassium | 201mg | 355mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 66mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.853mg | 1.99mg | 5% |
| Calories | 295kcal | 400kcal | 5% |
| Choline | 41.5mg | 17.3mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.879g | 2.73g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 1.21mg | 0.85mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.027mg | 0.051mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Folate | 11µg | 16µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.51g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.202mg | 0.185mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.118mg | 0.126mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 11µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Zinc | 1.3mg | 1.24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 6IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 23.09g | 76.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 11.6g | 45.36g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 127mg | 127mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.09g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.142mg | 0.052mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.552mg | 0.231mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.564mg | 0.227mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.026mg | 0.641mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.089mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.332mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.563mg | 0.32mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.607mg | 0.303mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.333mg | 0.182mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.84g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | 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 |
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%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
59%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
General tso's chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.76g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
General tso's chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel popcorn contains less Sodium (difference - 258mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel popcorn is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.72g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caramel popcorn is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)