Kung Pao chicken vs. Lentil soup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between kung Pao chicken and lentil soup?
- Kung Pao chicken has more vitamin A, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, vitamin C, and manganese than lentil soup.
- Kung Pao chicken's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 23% higher.
- Lentil soup has 27 times less selenium than kung Pao chicken. Kung Pao chicken has 8.1µg of selenium, while lentil soup has 0.3µg.
- Lentil soup is lower in cholesterol.
- Kung Pao chicken has a higher glycemic index (55) than lentil soup (44).
We used Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Soup, lentil with ham, canned, ready-to-serve 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +166.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +17.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +51.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +146.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +27% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -24.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +113.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2600% |
| Contains more IronIron | +40.8% |
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 | +317.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +828.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +405.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +257.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +170% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +118.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +25% |
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:
3.74 g
Fats:
1.12 g
Carbs:
8.16 g
Water:
85.75 g
Other:
1.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +161% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +523.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +30.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.7% |
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
0.45 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.52 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.13 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +317.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2223.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -66.7% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 0.13g | 19% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 0.3µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 0.545mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.09mg | 12% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 3.74g | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Fats | 6.98g | 1.12g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 3mg | 8% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.14mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 7µg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% | |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 1.7mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.12mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 532mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 0.45g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 0.52g | 4% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 56kcal | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 0.3mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 1.07mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 9mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 74mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.07mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 144mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Folate | 16µg | 20µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.045mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 8.16g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 8.16g | N/A |
| Calcium | 20mg | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.03g | N/A | |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0.12µg | 0% |
| 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 | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 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%
8%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lentil soup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lentil soup is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.03g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lentil soup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.902g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lentil soup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kung Pao chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 130mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)