Kung Pao chicken vs. Peruvian groundcherry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between kung Pao chicken and Peruvian groundcherry?
- Kung Pao chicken is higher in vitamin A and phosphorus; however, Peruvian groundcherry is richer in vitamin B1.
- Kung Pao chicken's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 12% more.
- Peruvian groundcherry has a lower glycemic index (35) than kung Pao chicken (55).
We used Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw types in this article.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +122.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +135% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +31.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +80.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +37.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +54.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +243.8% |
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:
1.9 g
Fats:
0.7 g
Carbs:
11.2 g
Water:
85.4 g
Other:
0.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +413.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +897.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +101.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +63% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.2% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 20% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 402mg | 17% | |
| Protein | 9.76g | 1.9g | 16% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 15% | |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Fats | 6.98g | 0.7g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 10% | |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 8% | |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 40mg | 8% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 7% | |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.11mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 218mg | 6% | |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 6% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 5% | |
| Folate | 16µg | 4% | |
| Calories | 129kcal | 53kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 11mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 36µg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Calcium | 20mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 11.2g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 11.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 2.8mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | 0g | 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 |
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%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 402mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.352g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
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 ($)