Kung Pao chicken vs. Caramel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between kung Pao chicken and caramel
- Kung Pao chicken has more vitamin A, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, selenium, manganese, vitamin K, and iron; however, caramel is higher in vitamin B2, calcium, and vitamin B12.
- Kung Pao chicken covers your daily need for vitamin A, 25% more than caramel.
- Kung Pao chicken has 23 times more manganese than caramel. While kung Pao chicken has 0.256mg of manganese, caramel has only 0.011mg.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Candies, caramels.
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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 | +41.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +442.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +305.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +68.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2227.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +350% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +590% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -39.1% |
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 CVitamin C | +1675% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +441.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +121.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1762.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +333.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +655.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +367.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +221.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +365.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +24% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +172.7% |
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:
4.6 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
77 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +112.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +779.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +16% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1020.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.8% |
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
2.476 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.478 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -45.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +40.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +15.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 6.87g | 77g | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 0.148mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.256mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.056mg | 14% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 382kcal | 13% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 138mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.011mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 1.8µg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 1.8µg | 10% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 4.6g | 10% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 0.14mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0.3µg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 0.4mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 245mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 12µg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 7mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 0g | 6% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.018mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.103mg | 6% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 8mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 2.476g | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 0.46mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 114mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 0.44mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 3.478g | 3% |
| Folate | 16µg | 4µg | 3% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 8.1g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.62mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 17mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 1.542g | 2% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 77g | N/A |
| Potassium | 218mg | 214mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.03g | 65.5g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.06mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.192mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.258mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0.417mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0.338mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.107mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0.115mg | 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
23%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 62.47g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.124g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caramel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Caramel contains less Sodium (difference - 157mg)