Kung Pao chicken vs. Chinese lemon chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Kung Pao chicken and Chinese lemon chicken?
- Kung Pao chicken is richer in Manganese, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C, while Chinese lemon chicken is higher in Vitamin K, Selenium, Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, and Iron.
- Chinese lemon chicken has 22 times less Vitamin A than Kung Pao chicken. Kung Pao chicken has 65µg of Vitamin A, while Chinese lemon chicken has 3µg.
- Chinese lemon chicken is lower in Sodium.
We used Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Restaurant, Chinese, lemon chicken types in this comparison.
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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 | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +35.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +82.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +45.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +187.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more IronIron | +60.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +44.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +60.5% |
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 | +208.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +11709.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +77.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +30.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +25.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +65.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +27.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +37% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +79.4% |
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:
11.87 g
Fats:
13.55 g
Carbs:
20.61 g
Water:
52.69 g
Other:
1.28 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +41.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +25.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +21.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +94.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +200% |
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
2.033 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.749 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.086 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -33.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +26.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +101.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
2.53 g
Sucrose:
1.86 g
Glucose:
0.63 g
Fructose:
0.54 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
10.27 g
Sucrose:
5.05 g
Glucose:
1.58 g
Fructose:
1.52 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.03 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +305.9% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +171.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +150.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +181.5% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 129kcal | 252kcal |
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| Protein | 9.76g | 11.87g |
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| Fats | 6.98g | 13.55g |
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| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 2.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 5.37g | 19.61g |
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| Carbs | 6.87g | 20.61g |
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| Cholesterol | 26mg | 32mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 5IU |
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| Magnesium | 24mg | 16mg |
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| Calcium | 20mg | 40mg |
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| Potassium | 218mg | 161mg |
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| Iron | 0.76mg | 1.22mg |
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| Sugar | 3.03g | 8.18g |
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| Fiber | 1.5g | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.04mg |
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| Zinc | 0.74mg | 0.51mg |
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| Starch | 2.53g | 10.27g |
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| Phosphorus | 94mg | 136mg |
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| Sodium | 402mg | 252mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1299IU | 11IU |
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| Vitamin A | 65µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 1.28mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.089mg |
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| Selenium | 8.1µg | 13µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.053mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.07mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 3.776mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.52mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.25mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0.11µg | |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 24.4µg |
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| Folate | 16µg | 9µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.034g | 0.068g |
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| Choline | 37.4mg | 28.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.352g | 2.033g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.173g | 2.749g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 6.086g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.141mg |
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| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.513mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.537mg |
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| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0.978mg |
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| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0.958mg |
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| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.33mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.478mg |
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| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.57mg |
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| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0.365mg |
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| Fructose | 0.54g | 1.52g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0.003g | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.003g | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | 0.663g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | 5.301g |
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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
28%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.681g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese lemon chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 150mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinese lemon chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese lemon chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
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.