Kung Pao chicken vs. Gingerbread — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between kung Pao chicken and gingerbread
- Kung Pao chicken is higher in vitamin A and vitamin C, yet gingerbread is higher in iron, manganese, selenium, copper, vitamin B1, magnesium, and vitamin B2.
- Gingerbread covers your daily iron needs 27% more than kung Pao chicken.
- Kung Pao chicken contains 71 times more vitamin C than gingerbread. While kung Pao chicken contains 7.1mg of vitamin C, gingerbread contains only 0.1mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in kung Pao chicken is lower.
- The glycemic index of kung Pao chicken is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Cake, gingerbread, prepared from recipe.
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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 ZincZinc | +89.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +74.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +191.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +255% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +101.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +278.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +167.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +166.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +101.2% |
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 | +364.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +58.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +27.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +83.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +493.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +194.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +106.3% |
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:
3.9 g
Fats:
16.4 g
Carbs:
49.2 g
Water:
28 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +150.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +167.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +135% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +616.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.3% |
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
4.122 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.124 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.216 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -67.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +227.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +39.6% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.76mg | 2.88mg | 27% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.683mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 16.3µg | 15% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 16.4g | 14% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 49.2g | 14% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.195mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 4.122g | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.19mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 7.124g | 12% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 3.9g | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Calories | 129kcal | 356kcal | 11% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 70mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.162mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 4.216g | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 0.1mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 7% | |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 218mg | 439mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% | |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 14µg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 54mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 1.738mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 71mg | 5% |
| Folate | 16µg | 33µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.19mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.375mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 327mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 0.39mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 32mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0.06µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 49.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.047mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.124mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.151mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0.279mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0.131mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.08mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.195mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.173mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0.087mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.003g | 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
29%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.77g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gingerbread is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Gingerbread contains less Sodium (difference - 75mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gingerbread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)