Kung Pao chicken vs. Halva — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between kung Pao chicken and halva?
- Kung Pao chicken is richer in vitamin A, while halva is higher in copper, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, vitamin B1, zinc, manganese, and folate.
- Halva's daily need coverage for copper is 125% higher.
- Halva has 650 times less vitamin A than kung Pao chicken. Kung Pao chicken has 1299IU of vitamin A, while halva has 2IU.
- Kung Pao chicken is lower in saturated fat.
We used Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Candies, halavah, plain 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 PotassiumPotassium | +16.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +808.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +65% |
| Contains more IronIron | +496.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1546.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +483.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +545.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -51.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +241% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +42% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +187.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +175% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1225% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +43.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +306.3% |
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:
12.49 g
Fats:
21.52 g
Carbs:
60.49 g
Water:
3.67 g
Other:
1.83 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1937.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +28% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +208.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +780.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13.7% |
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
4.127 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.194 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.481 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -67.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +277.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +180.8% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.073mg | 1.202mg | 125% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 607mg | 73% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 4.53mg | 47% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 218mg | 46% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 8.481g | 36% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.424mg | 33% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 4.32mg | 33% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.873mg | 27% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 21.52g | 22% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 60.49g | 18% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 469kcal | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 8.194g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 4.127g | 13% |
| Folate | 16µg | 65µg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 4.5g | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 195mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.348mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 0.1mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.174mg | 7% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 11.5µg | 6% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 12.49g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.088mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0.04µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 2.856mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Potassium | 218mg | 187mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Calcium | 20mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 55.99g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 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 | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | N/A |
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
23%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
133%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.775g)
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Halva is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Halva is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Halva contains less Sodium (difference - 207mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Halva is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (55)
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.