Gingerbread vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between gingerbread and kung Pao chicken
- Gingerbread is higher in iron, manganese, selenium, copper, vitamin B1, magnesium, and vitamin B2, yet kung Pao chicken is higher in vitamin A and vitamin C.
- Gingerbread covers your daily iron needs 27% more than kung Pao chicken.
- Gingerbread contains 6 times more vitamin B1 than kung Pao chicken. While gingerbread contains 0.19mg of vitamin B1, kung Pao chicken contains only 0.032mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in kung Pao chicken is lower.
- The glycemic index of kung Pao chicken is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +191.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +255% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +101.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +278.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +167.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +166.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +101.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +89.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +74.1% |
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 | +493.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +194.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +106.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +7000% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +364.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +58.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +27.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +83.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.9 g
Fats:
16.4 g
Carbs:
49.2 g
Water:
28 g
Other:
2.5 g
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +135% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +616.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +150.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +167.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.122 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.216 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 | +227.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +39.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -67.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 2.88mg | 0.76mg | 27% |
| Manganese | 0.683mg | 0.256mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 16.3µg | 8.1µg | 15% |
| Fats | 16.4g | 6.98g | 14% |
| Carbs | 49.2g | 6.87g | 14% |
| Copper | 0.195mg | 0.073mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 4.122g | 1.352g | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.19mg | 0.032mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.124g | 2.173g | 12% |
| Protein | 3.9g | 9.76g | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Calories | 356kcal | 129kcal | 11% |
| Magnesium | 70mg | 24mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.162mg | 0.055mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.216g | 3.02g | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 7.1mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 7% | |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 439mg | 218mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% | |
| Vitamin A | 14µg | 65µg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 54mg | 94mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.738mg | 2.757mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 20mg | 5% |
| Folate | 33µg | 16µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0.243mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.375mg | 0.5mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 327mg | 402mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.39mg | 0.74mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 26mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.06µg | 0.11µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 49.2g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.047mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.124mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.151mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.279mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.08mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.195mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.173mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.087mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 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
17%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.77g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gingerbread contains less Sodium (difference - 75mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gingerbread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)