Kung Pao chicken vs. Arugula — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are kung Pao chicken and arugula different?
- Kung Pao chicken has more vitamin B3, selenium, and vitamin B6; however, arugula is richer in vitamin K, vitamin A, folate, calcium, vitamin C, and iron.
- Arugula covers your daily need for vitamin K, 79% more than kung Pao chicken.
- Kung Pao chicken has 27 times more selenium than arugula. Kung Pao chicken has 8.1µg of selenium, while arugula has 0.3µg.
- Arugula contains less sodium.
- Kung Pao chicken has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of kung Pao chicken is 55, while the glycemic index of arugula is 32.
Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Arugula, raw types were 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 ZincZinc | +57.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +80.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2600% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +95.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +700% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +69.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +92.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +25.4% |
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 | +137.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +803.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +14.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +232.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +144.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +111.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +83.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +37.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +56.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +698.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +506.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
Protein:
2.58 g
Fats:
0.66 g
Carbs:
3.65 g
Water:
91.71 g
Other:
1.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +278.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +957.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +88.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.352 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.086 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.049 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.319 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4334.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +846.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 108.6µg | 79% |
| Folate | 16µg | 97µg | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 0.319g | 18% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 27mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 0.305mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 160mg | 14% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 2.58g | 14% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 0.3µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.073mg | 13% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 0.66g | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 15mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 1.46mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 0.086g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 119µg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 52mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 0.049g | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 25kcal | 5% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 47mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 0.43mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 369mg | 4% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 15.3mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.321mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 0.47mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.086mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.437mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.044mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 3.65g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 2.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | 2.05g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 1.6g | 0% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.076mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | 0g | 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 | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0g | 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 |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
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Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arugula is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arugula is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.98g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arugula contains less Sodium (difference - 375mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arugula is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.266g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Arugula is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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