Kung Pao chicken vs. Danish pastry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between kung Pao chicken and danish pastry
- Kung Pao chicken is richer in vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and vitamin K, yet danish pastry is richer in selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, iron, and folate.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for danish pastry is 27% higher.
- Kung Pao chicken contains 71 times more vitamin C than danish pastry. Kung Pao chicken contains 7.1mg of vitamin C, while danish pastry contains 0.1mg.
- Kung Pao chicken contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Danish pastry, cheese.
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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 | +60% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +122.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +75% |
| Contains more IronIron | +136.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +21.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +14.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +133.3% |
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 | +7000% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +85.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +191.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +37.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +64.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +507.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +97.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +86.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +493.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +372.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +81.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +275% |
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:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +22% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +138.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +213.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +441.5% |
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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
6.794 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -80.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +17.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +420.6% |
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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| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 6.794g | 25% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 21.9g | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 11.313g | 23% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 18.9µg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.04mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.26mg | 16% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 1.8mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.19mg | 13% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 374kcal | 12% |
| Folate | 16µg | 60µg | 11% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 37.2g | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 0.1mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 6.9µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 2mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 98mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0.2µg | 4% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 8g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.304mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 0.35mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.351mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 2.575g | 3% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 20.1mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 35µg | 3% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 35mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.089mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 108mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 1g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 15mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Sodium | 402mg | 417mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 36.2g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.03g | 6.95g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.293mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.371mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0.644mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0.43mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.174mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.412mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.001g | 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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.92g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kung Pao chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.442g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Danish pastry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Danish pastry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Danish pastry is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)