Lo mein vs. Gratin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are lo mein and gratin different?
- Lo mein is richer in selenium, while gratin is higher in copper, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B6, and vitamin A.
- Gratin covers your daily need for saturated fat, 21% more than lo mein.
- Lo mein contains 4 times more selenium than gratin. Lo mein contains 11.7µg of selenium, while gratin contains 2.7µg.
- Lo mein is lower in saturated fat.
Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat and Potatoes, au gratin, home-prepared from recipe using butter types were used in this article.
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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 IronIron | +67.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +49.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +333.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +42.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +466.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +277.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +150% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +91.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +151.1% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +154.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +482.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +611.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +36.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +22.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +43.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +155.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +78.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +223% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +49.6% |
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Protein
~5.06g
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Water
~74g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +367.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +263% |
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 Sodium |
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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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| Saturated fat | 0.464g | 4.733g | 19% |
| Selenium | 11.7µg | 2.7µg | 16% |
| Copper | 0.064mg | 0.16mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 12.7µg | 11% | |
| Phosphorus | 45mg | 113mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 119mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 396mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 9.9mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.068mg | 0.174mg | 8% |
| Fats | 2.35g | 7.59g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 23mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.291g | 0.276g | 7% |
| Starch | 16.73g | 7% | |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 64µg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.07mg | 0.64mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.592g | 2.149g | 4% |
| Folate | 28µg | 11µg | 4% |
| Carbs | 20.16g | 11.27g | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.24mg | 0.161mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.36mg | 0.69mg | 3% |
| Choline | 8.9mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 2% | |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.8g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.27mg | 0.387mg | 2% |
| Calories | 121kcal | 132kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.124mg | 0.116mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.81mg | 0.993mg | 1% |
| Protein | 4.77g | 5.06g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0.064mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 18.86g | 9.47g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.63g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 430mg | 433mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.284mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.443mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.381mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.117mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.254mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.325mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.151mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.141g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.134g | N/A |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lo mein is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lo mein contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.269g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Gratin is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.63g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Gratin 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.