Lentil soup vs. Ramen noodle soup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between lentil soup and ramen noodle soup
- The amount of selenium, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, folate, manganese, vitamin B2, and copper in ramen noodle soup is higher than in lentil soup.
- Ramen noodle soup covers your daily sodium needs 58% more than lentil soup.
- Lentil soup contains less sodium.
- Ramen noodle soup has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of ramen noodle soup is 62, while the glycemic index of lentil soup is 44.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Soup, lentil with ham, canned, ready-to-serve and Soup, ramen noodle, any flavor, dry.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -71.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +177.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +23.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +25.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +284.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +80% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +55.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +425% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +7600% |
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 | +466.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +136.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +540% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +466.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +891% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +212.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +108.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +480% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.74 g
Fats:
1.12 g
Carbs:
8.16 g
Water:
85.75 g
Other:
1.23 g
Protein:
10.17 g
Fats:
17.59 g
Carbs:
60.26 g
Water:
6.52 g
Other:
5.46 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1215.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +171.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1470.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +638.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +343.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.45 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.52 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.13 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.117 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.156 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.198 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1083.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1590.8% |
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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| Sodium | 532mg | 1855mg | 58% |
| Selenium | 0.3µg | 23.1µg | 41% |
| Iron | 1.07mg | 4.11mg | 38% |
| Saturated fat | 0.45g | 8.117g | 35% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.448mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.545mg | 5.401mg | 30% |
| Fats | 1.12g | 17.59g | 25% |
| Folate | 20µg | 116µg | 24% |
| Starch | 55.97g | 23% | |
| Manganese | 0.12mg | 0.63mg | 22% |
| Calories | 56kcal | 440kcal | 19% |
| Carbs | 8.16g | 60.26g | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.045mg | 0.255mg | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.13g | 2.198g | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.52g | 6.156g | 14% |
| Protein | 3.74g | 10.17g | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.9g | 12% | |
| Vitamin K | 8.9µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.14mg | 0.438mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.07mg | 0.126mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 74mg | 115mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.12µg | 0.25µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.038mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 9mg | 25mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.3mg | 0.6mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0.3mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 144mg | 181mg | 1% |
| Choline | 5.5mg | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 8.16g | 57.36g | N/A |
| Calcium | 17mg | 21mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.98g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.056g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.076g | 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
8%
39%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
75%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ramen noodle soup is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ramen noodle soup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ramen noodle soup is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lentil soup is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.98g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lentil soup contains less Sodium (difference - 1323mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lentil soup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.667g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lentil soup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)