Kung Pao chicken vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between kung Pao chicken and potato chips
- The amount of vitamin E, vitamin B6, potassium, vitamin C, copper, fiber, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2 in potato chips is higher than in kung Pao chicken.
- Potato chips cover your daily vitamin E needs 54% more than kung Pao chicken.
- Potato chips have 50 times less sodium than kung Pao chicken. Kung Pao chicken has 402mg of sodium, while potato chips have 8mg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted.
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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 | +179.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +20% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +484.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +114.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +319.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +47.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +75.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +71.9% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +24.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +338% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +793.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +421.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +258.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +38.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +171.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +62.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +181.3% |
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:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +39.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3835.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +395.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +670% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +123.6% |
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
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +352.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +303% |
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 | 12.17g | 61% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 9.11mg | 54% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 10.96g | 44% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 34.6g | 42% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.66mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 1275mg | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 31.1mg | 27% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.306mg | 26% |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 153mg | 22% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 536kcal | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 9.84g | 19% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 8mg | 17% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 52.9g | 15% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 4.8g | 13% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 1.63mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.167mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.197mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 165mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 67mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.256mg | 0.44mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Folate | 16µg | 45µg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 22.1µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 3.827mg | 7% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 7g | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 1.09mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 0.402mg | 2% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Calcium | 20mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.03g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 8.1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 37.5mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.253mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0.419mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0.424mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.11mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.31mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.392mg | 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
23%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.81g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 394mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.608g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 1)
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $2)