Kung Pao chicken vs. Rice cakes — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between kung Pao chicken and rice cakes
- Kung Pao chicken contains less manganese, phosphorus, copper, vitamin B3, magnesium, zinc, selenium, vitamin B5, and fiber than rice cakes.
- Rice cakes' daily need coverage for manganese is 258% higher.
- Rice cakes contain 3 times less sodium than kung Pao chicken. Kung Pao chicken contains 402mg of sodium, while rice cakes contain 116mg.
- Kung Pao chicken has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of kung Pao chicken is 55, while the glycemic index of rice cakes is 82.
The food types used in this comparison are Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken and Snacks, rice cakes, brown rice, buckwheat.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +81.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +529.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +37.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +50% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +420.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +237.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +304.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -71.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2314.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +102.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +86.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +87.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +193.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +132% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +31.3% |
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:
9 g
Fats:
3.5 g
Carbs:
80.1 g
Water:
5.9 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +99.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1167.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1065.9% |
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Protein
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Other
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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
0.64 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.11 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.11 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +95.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +172.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -52.7% |
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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| Manganese | 0.256mg | 6.18mg | 258% |
| Phosphorus | 94mg | 380mg | 41% |
| Copper | 0.073mg | 0.38mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.757mg | 8.096mg | 33% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 151mg | 30% |
| Carbs | 6.87g | 80.1g | 24% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 2.5mg | 16% |
| Selenium | 8.1µg | 16.4µg | 15% |
| Calories | 129kcal | 380kcal | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.02g | 1.11g | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.5mg | 1.16mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 116mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.243mg | 0.13mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 3.8g | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 7.1mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 7% | |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Fats | 6.98g | 3.5g | 5% |
| Iron | 0.76mg | 1.14mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.103mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.352g | 0.64g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.173g | 1.11g | 3% |
| Protein | 9.76g | 9g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.032mg | 0.056mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 299mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Folate | 16µg | 21µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.37g | 76.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.118mg | 0.125mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.407mg | 0.34mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0.358mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.775mg | 0.638mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.449mg | 0.414mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.152mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg | 0.399mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.47mg | 0.489mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.265mg | 0.218mg | 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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Rice cakes is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Rice cakes is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rice cakes contains less Sodium (difference - 286mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Rice cakes is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.712g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Rice cakes is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.