Lasagne vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between lasagne and kung Pao chicken?
- Lasagne is richer in selenium, vitamin B12, and calcium, while kung Pao chicken is higher in vitamin B6, vitamin B3, vitamin K, and vitamin C.
- Lasagne's daily need coverage for selenium is 14% higher.
- Kung Pao chicken has 4 times less calcium than lasagne. Lasagne has 88mg of calcium, while kung Pao chicken has 20mg.
- Kung Pao chicken is lower in saturated fat.
- Kung Pao chicken has a higher glycemic index (55) than lasagne (28).
We used Lasagna with meat sauce, frozen, prepared and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken types in this comparison.
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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 | +340% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +23.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +17.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +96.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +20% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +32.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +118.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +34.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +200% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +184% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +58.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +80.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +54.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +99.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +94.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +61.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.28 g
Fats:
4.92 g
Carbs:
15.36 g
Water:
70.87 g
Other:
1.57 g
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +123.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +34.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +41.9% |
~equal in
Water
~74.78g
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Other
~1.61g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.348 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.758 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.433 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.352 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -42.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +23.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +597.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
9.83 g
Sucrose:
0.54 g
Glucose:
0.93 g
Fructose:
1.04 g
Lactose:
0.6 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
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
| Contains more StarchStarch | +288.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +47.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +92.6% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +244.4% |
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Maltose
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Galactose
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.433g | 3.02g | 17% |
| Selenium | 15.9µg | 8.1µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.122mg | 0.243mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.11µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.528mg | 2.757mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 88mg | 20mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 7µg | 13.6µg | 6% |
| Protein | 7.28g | 9.76g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.348g | 1.352g | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2.5mg | 7.1mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.323mg | 0.5mg | 4% |
| Starch | 9.83g | 2.53g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.032mg | 3% |
| Fats | 4.92g | 6.98g | 3% |
| Choline | 23.2mg | 37.4mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 115mg | 94mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 41µg | 65µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 15.36g | 6.87g | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.193mg | 0.256mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 26mg | 3% |
| Folate | 24µg | 16µg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.073mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.04g | 0.54g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.074mg | 0.055mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 218mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 373mg | 402mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.87mg | 0.74mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.5g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.758g | 2.173g | 1% |
| Iron | 0.71mg | 0.76mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.85mg | 1.02mg | 1% |
| Calories | 135kcal | 129kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 13.66g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.11g | 3.03g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.196g | 0.034g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.085mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.219mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.224mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.578mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.486mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.164mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.329mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.183mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.026g | 0.244g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.322g | 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
18%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lasagne is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lasagne contains less Sodium (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lasagne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.08g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.996g)
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
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.