Kung Pao chicken vs. Lo mein — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between kung Pao chicken and lo mein
- Kung Pao chicken is richer in vitamin B6, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin A, vitamin C, and choline, yet lo mein is richer in selenium and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for kung Pao chicken is 13% higher.
Food types used in this article are Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +107.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +105.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +108.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +40.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +44.4% |
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 | +622.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +240% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +240.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +85.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +257.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +320.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +46.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +125.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +75% |
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:
4.77 g
Fats:
2.35 g
Carbs:
20.16 g
Water:
71.33 g
Other:
1.39 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +104.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +197% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +193.4% |
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Water
~71.33g
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
0.464 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.592 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.291 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +267.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +133.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65.7% |
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:
16.73 g
Sucrose:
1.63 g
Glucose:
0.37 g
Fructose:
0.33 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.3 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +14.1% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +70.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +63.6% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +561.3% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.068mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 1.291g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 0.81mg | 12% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 4.77g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 2.35g | 7% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 11.7µg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 45mg | 7% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 16.73g | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 1.7mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 9µg | 6% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 8.9mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.124mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 0.3mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.27mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 0.464g | 4% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 1.07mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 0.592g | 4% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 20.16g | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 0.36mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 105mg | 3% |
| Folate | 16µg | 28µg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.064mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 430mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 1.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.047mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 12.7µg | 1% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 121kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 18.86g | N/A |
| Calcium | 20mg | 21mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.03g | 2.63g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | 0.008g | 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% | |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 0.33g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | 0.141g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | 1.134g | 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%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lo mein is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lo mein is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.888g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lo mein is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kung Pao chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 28mg)
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 ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.