Kung Pao chicken vs. Monterey Jack — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between kung Pao chicken and monterey Jack
- Kung Pao chicken is richer in vitamin B3 and vitamin B6, yet monterey Jack is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, zinc, and selenium.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for monterey Jack is 89% higher.
- Kung Pao chicken contains 30 times more vitamin B3 than monterey Jack. Kung Pao chicken contains 2.757mg of vitamin B3, while monterey Jack contains 0.093mg.
- Kung Pao chicken contains less cholesterol.
- Monterey Jack has a lower glycemic index than kung Pao chicken.
Food types used in this article are Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Cheese, monterey.
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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 | +169.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +128.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2227.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +12.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3630% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +305.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +372.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +79% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +292.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +113.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2864.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +138.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +207.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +444% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +142.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +204.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +609.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +654.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12.5% |
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:
24.48 g
Fats:
30.28 g
Carbs:
0.68 g
Water:
41.01 g
Other:
3.55 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +910.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +82.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +150.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +333.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +120.5% |
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
19.066 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.751 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.899 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +235.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +302.7% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 19.066g | 81% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 746mg | 73% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 444mg | 50% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 30.28g | 36% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0.83µg | 30% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 24.48g | 29% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.39mg | 26% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 3mg | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 89mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 0.093mg | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 8.751g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 198µg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 0.899g | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.079mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 14.5µg | 12% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 373kcal | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.011mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 2.5µg | 9% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 600mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.21mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 0g | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 0.26mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.032mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 81mg | 4% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 15.4mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 22IU | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.6µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 0.68g | 2% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 0.72mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Folate | 16µg | 18µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 27mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 0.68g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | 0.5g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.315mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.871mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 1.519mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 2.344mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 2.037mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.641mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 1.289mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 1.635mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0.859mg | 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 |
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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 lower in Sugar?
Monterey Jack is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.53g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Monterey Jack is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 63mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kung Pao chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 198mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.714g)
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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