Kung Pao chicken vs. Biscuit — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between kung Pao chicken and biscuits
- Kung Pao chicken is higher in vitamin A and vitamin B6, yet biscuits are higher in vitamin B1, iron, calcium, selenium, vitamin B2, folate, and phosphorus.
- Biscuits cover your daily vitamin B1 needs 27% more than kung Pao chicken.
- Kung Pao chicken contains 16 times more vitamin A than biscuits. While kung Pao chicken contains 1299IU of vitamin A, biscuits contain only 82IU.
- The amount of saturated fat in kung Pao chicken is lower.
- The glycemic index of biscuits is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +80.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -30.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1075% |
| Contains more IronIron | +281.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +12.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +74.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +47.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +140.7% |
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 | +3450% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +75.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +594.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +37.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1012.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +463.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +281.3% |
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:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +39.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +158.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +133.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +549.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +98.8% |
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
4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -68.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +218.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +37.8% |
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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| Iron | 0.76mg | 2.9mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.356mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 235mg | 22% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 19.5µg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.31mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.035mg | 16% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 16.3g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 4.324g | 14% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 44.6g | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 6.93g | 12% |
| Folate | 16µg | 61µg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Calories | 129kcal | 353kcal | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 164mg | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 0.2mg | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 3mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 580mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 4.163g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 7% | |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 7% | |
| Protein | 9.76g | 7g | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.378mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.285mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 121mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 0.54mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.082mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 2.949mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0.08µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 43.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | 2.18g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 1.5g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.211mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.273mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0.514mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.347mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.313mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0.161mg | 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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
55%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kung Pao chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 178mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.972g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Biscuit is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.85g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Biscuit is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)