Lo mein vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Lo mein and Kung Pao chicken
- Lo mein is richer in Selenium, and Vitamin B2, yet Kung Pao chicken is richer in Vitamin B6, Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, Vitamin A RAE, Vitamin C, and Choline.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B6 from Kung Pao chicken is 13% higher.
- Lo mein contains 2 times more Vitamin B2 than Kung Pao chicken. Lo mein contains 0.124mg of Vitamin B2, while Kung Pao chicken contains 0.055mg.
Food types used in this article are Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken.
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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 | +40.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +44.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +71.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +107.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +105.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +108.9% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +46.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +125.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +317.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +625.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +240% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +240.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +85.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +257.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +320.2% |
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:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +193.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +104.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +197% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +15.8% |
~equal in
Water
~74.78g
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
1.352 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -65.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +267.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +133.9% |
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:
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 | +561.3% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +14.1% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +70.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +63.6% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 121kcal | 129kcal |
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| Protein | 4.77g | 9.76g |
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| Fats | 2.35g | 6.98g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 7.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 18.86g | 5.37g |
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| Carbs | 20.16g | 6.87g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 26mg |
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| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 24mg |
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| Calcium | 21mg | 20mg |
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| Potassium | 105mg | 218mg |
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| Iron | 1.07mg | 0.76mg |
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| Sugar | 2.63g | 3.03g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.5g |
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| Copper | 0.064mg | 0.073mg |
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| Zinc | 0.36mg | 0.74mg |
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| Starch | 16.73g | 2.53g |
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| Phosphorus | 45mg | 94mg |
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| Sodium | 430mg | 402mg |
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| Vitamin A | 179IU | 1299IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 9µg | 65µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 1.02mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.24mg | 0.256mg |
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| Selenium | 11.7µg | 8.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0.032mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.124mg | 0.055mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.81mg | 2.757mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.27mg | 0.5mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.068mg | 0.243mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.11µg |
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| Vitamin K | 12.7µg | 13.6µg |
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| Folate | 28µg | 16µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.008g | 0.034g |
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| Choline | 8.9mg | 37.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.464g | 1.352g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.592g | 2.173g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.291g | 3.02g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.118mg |
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| Threonine | 0.407mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.431mg |
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| Leucine | 0.775mg |
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| Lysine | 0.449mg |
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| Methionine | 0.24mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.402mg |
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| Valine | 0.47mg |
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| Histidine | 0.265mg |
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| Fructose | 0.33g | 0.54g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.141g | 0.244g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.134g | 2.688g |
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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
13%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lo mein is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lo mein is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.888g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lo mein is lower in glycemic index (difference - 55)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kung Pao chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 28mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kung Pao chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.