Kung Pao chicken vs. Bamboo shoots — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between kung Pao chicken and bamboo shoots
- Kung Pao chicken is higher in vitamin A, vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin K, and choline, yet bamboo shoots are higher in copper, vitamin B1, and potassium.
- Kung Pao chicken covers your daily vitamin A needs 26% more than bamboo shoots.
- The amount of cholesterol in bamboo shoots is lower.
- The glycemic index of bamboo shoots is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Bamboo shoots, raw.
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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 | +700% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +53.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +52% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +59.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +912.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +144.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +160.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +48.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99% |
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 | +77.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +6400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +359.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +210.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +128.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +368.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +27.3% |
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:
2.6 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
5.2 g
Water:
91 g
Other:
0.9 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +275.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2226.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +32.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +78.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +21.7% |
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
0.069 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.007 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.134 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +30942.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2153.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.9% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 0.134g | 19% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 4mg | 17% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 2.6g | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 0.6mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.19mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 0.8µg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 0.3g | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.15mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 533mg | 9% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.161mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 1µg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 0.069g | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 27kcal | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 59mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 3mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 0.007g | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 1.1mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 2.2g | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 4mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 0.5mg | 3% |
| Folate | 16µg | 7µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.07mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Calcium | 20mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 5.2g | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | 3g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.262mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.086mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.088mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0.134mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.09mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.106mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0.042mg | 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 |
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
23%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Bamboo shoots is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Bamboo shoots is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bamboo shoots contains less Sodium (difference - 398mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Bamboo shoots is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.283g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bamboo shoots is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.