Lo mein vs. Chinese egg rolls — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Lo mein and Chinese egg rolls?
- Lo mein is richer in Selenium, yet Chinese egg rolls are richer in Vitamin K, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B1, Copper, Vitamin B6, and Phosphorus.
- Chinese egg rolls' daily need coverage for Vitamin K is 39% higher.
- Lo mein contains less Saturated Fat.
We used Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat and Restaurant, Chinese, egg rolls, assorted 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 SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +28.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +90.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +57.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +31.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +131.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +72.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +88.9% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +61% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +251.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +236.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +40.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +145.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +363.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +101.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.77 g
Fats:
2.35 g
Carbs:
20.16 g
Water:
71.33 g
Other:
1.39 g
Protein:
8.28 g
Fats:
11.94 g
Carbs:
27.29 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
1.89 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +41% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +73.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +408.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.464 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.592 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.291 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.116 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.036 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.601 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -78.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +412.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +333.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
16.73 g
Sucrose:
1.63 g
Glucose:
0.37 g
Fructose:
0.33 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.3 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
19.8 g
Sucrose:
0.52 g
Glucose:
1.4 g
Fructose:
0.73 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.14 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +213.5% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +18.4% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +278.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +121.2% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +280% |
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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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 121kcal | 250kcal |
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| Protein | 4.77g | 8.28g |
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| Fats | 2.35g | 11.94g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 18.86g | 24.69g |
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| Carbs | 20.16g | 27.29g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 16mg |
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| Vitamin D | 4IU |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 21mg | 40mg |
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| Potassium | 105mg | 165mg |
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| Iron | 1.07mg | 1.41mg |
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| Sugar | 2.63g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 2.6g |
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| Copper | 0.064mg | 0.148mg |
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| Zinc | 0.36mg | 0.62mg |
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| Starch | 16.73g | 19.8g |
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| Phosphorus | 45mg | 85mg |
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| Sodium | 430mg | 468mg |
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| Vitamin A | 179IU |
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| Vitamin A | 9µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.3mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.24mg | 0.245mg |
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| Selenium | 11.7µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0.165mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.124mg | 0.077mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.81mg | 2.725mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.27mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.068mg | 0.167mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.44µg |
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| Vitamin K | 12.7µg | 58.9µg |
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| Folate | 28µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.008g | 0.103g |
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| Choline | 8.9mg | 17.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.464g | 2.116g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.592g | 3.036g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.291g | 5.601g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.066mg |
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| Threonine | 0.339mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.296mg |
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| Leucine | 0.581mg |
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| Lysine | 0.368mg |
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| Methionine | 0.147mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.36mg |
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| Valine | 0.331mg |
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| Histidine | 0.183mg |
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| Fructose | 0.33g | 0.73g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.141g | 0.636g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.02g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.134g | 4.871g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
13%
29%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lo mein is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lo mein contains less Sodium (difference - 38mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.652g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chinese egg rolls is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.63g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chinese egg rolls is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
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.