Kung Pao chicken vs. Asparagus — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between kung Pao chicken and asparagus
- Kung Pao chicken has more vitamin B6, vitamin B3, vitamin A, and selenium; however, asparagus is richer in vitamin K, iron, copper, vitamin B1, and folate.
- Asparagus covers your daily vitamin K needs 23% more than kung Pao chicken.
- Asparagus has 201 times less sodium than kung Pao chicken. Kung Pao chicken has 402mg of sodium, while asparagus has 2mg.
- Kung Pao chicken has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of kung Pao chicken is 55, while the glycemic index of asparagus is 32.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Asparagus, raw.
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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 | +71.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +80.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +62% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +252.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +20% |
| Contains more IronIron | +181.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +158.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
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 | +26.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +71.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +181.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +82.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +167% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +133.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +10.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +346.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +156.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +205.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +225% |
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:
2.2 g
Fats:
0.12 g
Carbs:
3.88 g
Water:
93.22 g
Other:
0.58 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +343.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5716.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +77.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +177.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +24.7% |
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
0.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5940% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97% |
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:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.23 g
Glucose:
0.65 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +708.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +85.2% |
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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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 41.6µg | 23% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 0.05g | 20% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 2.14mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 2mg | 17% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 2.2g | 15% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.189mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.091mg | 12% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 0.12g | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 0.978mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 2.3µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.143mg | 9% |
| Folate | 16µg | 52µg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.141mg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 0.04g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 52mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.274mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 0g | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 20kcal | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.158mg | 4% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 16mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 38µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 5.6mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 0.54mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 2.1g | 2% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 3.88g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 1.13mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1g | 1% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 1.78g | N/A |
| Calcium | 20mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 202mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.03g | 1.88g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.075mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0.128mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.075mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0.049mg | 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 | 0g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Asparagus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Asparagus is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.15g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 400mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.312g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Asparagus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.