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Kung Pao chicken vs. Chowder — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Kung Pao chicken and Chowder

  • Kung Pao chicken is richer than Chowder in Monounsaturated Fat, and Polyunsaturated fat.
  • Kung Pao chicken contains 2 times more Monounsaturated Fat than Chowder. Kung Pao chicken contains 2.173g of Monounsaturated Fat, while Chowder contains 1.27g.
  • Chowder contains less Sodium.

Food types used in this article are Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Soup, chicken corn chowder, chunky, ready-to-serve, single brand.

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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 less Sodium -25.6%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 29% 18% 41% 20% 53% 21% 25% 34% 45%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 39% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains less Sodium -25.6%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +13%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 78% 21% 0% 24% 8% 13% 52% 30% 57% 12% 14% 34%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 69% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +13%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +214.8%
Contains more Fats +10.8%
Contains more Other +61%
Equal in Fats - 6.3
Equal in Carbs - 7.5
Equal in Water - 82.1
10% 7% 7% 75%
Protein: 9.76 g
Fats: 6.98 g
Carbs: 6.87 g
Water: 74.78 g
Other: 1.61 g
3% 6% 8% 82%
Protein: 3.1 g
Fats: 6.3 g
Carbs: 7.5 g
Water: 82.1 g
Other: 1 g
Contains more Protein +214.8%
Contains more Fats +10.8%
Contains more Other +61%
Equal in Fats - 6.3
Equal in Carbs - 7.5
Equal in Water - 82.1

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -22.7%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +71.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +58.9%
21% 33% 46%
Saturated Fat: 1.352 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 3.02 g
36% 26% 39%
Saturated Fat: 1.75 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.9 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -22.7%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +71.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +58.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Kung Pao chicken Chowder
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Kung Pao chicken Chowder Opinion
Net carbs 5.37g 6.6g Chowder
Protein 9.76g 3.1g Kung Pao chicken
Fats 6.98g 6.3g Kung Pao chicken
Carbs 6.87g 7.5g Chowder
Calories 129kcal 99kcal Kung Pao chicken
Starch 2.53g Kung Pao chicken
Fructose 0.54g Kung Pao chicken
Sugar 3.03g Chowder
Fiber 1.5g 0.9g Kung Pao chicken
Calcium 20mg Kung Pao chicken
Iron 0.76mg Kung Pao chicken
Magnesium 24mg Kung Pao chicken
Phosphorus 94mg Kung Pao chicken
Potassium 218mg Kung Pao chicken
Sodium 402mg 299mg Chowder
Zinc 0.74mg Kung Pao chicken
Copper 0.073mg Kung Pao chicken
Manganese 0.256mg Kung Pao chicken
Selenium 8.1µg Kung Pao chicken
Vitamin A 1299IU 1150IU Kung Pao chicken
Vitamin A RAE 65µg 58µg Kung Pao chicken
Vitamin E 1.02mg Kung Pao chicken
Vitamin C 7.1mg Kung Pao chicken
Vitamin B1 0.032mg Kung Pao chicken
Vitamin B2 0.055mg Kung Pao chicken
Vitamin B3 2.757mg Kung Pao chicken
Vitamin B5 0.5mg Kung Pao chicken
Vitamin B6 0.243mg Kung Pao chicken
Folate 16µg Kung Pao chicken
Vitamin B12 0.11µg Kung Pao chicken
Vitamin K 13.6µg Kung Pao chicken
Tryptophan 0.118mg Kung Pao chicken
Threonine 0.407mg Kung Pao chicken
Isoleucine 0.431mg Kung Pao chicken
Leucine 0.775mg Kung Pao chicken
Lysine 0.449mg Kung Pao chicken
Methionine 0.24mg Kung Pao chicken
Phenylalanine 0.402mg Kung Pao chicken
Valine 0.47mg Kung Pao chicken
Histidine 0.265mg Kung Pao chicken
Cholesterol 26mg 11mg Chowder
Trans Fat 0.034g Chowder
Saturated Fat 1.352g 1.75g Kung Pao chicken
Omega-3 - DHA 0.003g Kung Pao chicken
Omega-3 - EPA 0.003g Kung Pao chicken
Omega-3 - DPA 0.004g Kung Pao chicken
Monounsaturated Fat 2.173g 1.27g Kung Pao chicken
Polyunsaturated fat 3.02g 1.9g Kung Pao chicken
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.005g Kung Pao chicken
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 2.688g Kung Pao chicken
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g Kung Pao chicken
Omega-3 - ALA 0.244g Kung Pao chicken
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.005g Kung Pao chicken

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Kung Pao chicken Chowder
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Kung Pao chicken
6%
Chowder
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
Kung Pao chicken
4%
Chowder

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Kung Pao chicken
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Kung Pao chicken
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.398g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chowder
Chowder is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chowder
Chowder contains less Sodium (difference - 103mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chowder
Chowder is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chowder
Chowder is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Kung Pao chicken - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167676/nutrients
  2. Chowder - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171585/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.