Lo mein vs. Potato pancake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between lo mein and potato pancake?
- Potato pancake is richer than lo mein in vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium, copper, vitamin B12, choline, and phosphorus.
- Potato pancake's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 32% more.
We used Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat and Potato pancakes types 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 less SodiumSodium | -43.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +31.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +157.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +52.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +492.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +56.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +181.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +94.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +184.4% |
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 | +30.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +370.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1523.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +255.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +236.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +39.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +106.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +180.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +558.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +46.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +733.7% |
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:
6.08 g
Fats:
14.76 g
Carbs:
27.81 g
Water:
47.77 g
Other:
3.58 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +49.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +528.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +37.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +157.6% |
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
2.496 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.516 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -81.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +530.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +482.2% |
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:
20.88 g
Sucrose:
0.39 g
Glucose:
0.76 g
Fructose:
0.56 g
Lactose:
0.03 g
Maltose:
0.03 g
Galactose:
0.03 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +317.9% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +900% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +24.8% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +105.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +69.7% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.291g | 7.516g | 42% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 95mg | 32% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 27.6mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.068mg | 0.448mg | 29% |
| Fats | 2.35g | 14.76g | 19% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 622mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 764mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.064mg | 0.18mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.29µg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 45mg | 128mg | 12% |
| Choline | 8.9mg | 74.2mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.27mg | 0.757mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0.158mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.464g | 2.496g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 3.3g | 8% |
| Iron | 1.07mg | 1.67mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 12.7µg | 2.7µg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.592g | 3.73g | 8% |
| Calories | 121kcal | 268kcal | 7% |
| Selenium | 11.7µg | 8.9µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.81mg | 1.672mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 36mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.124mg | 0.173mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 32µg | 3% |
| Protein | 4.77g | 6.08g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.36mg | 0.7mg | 3% |
| Folate | 28µg | 41µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 20.16g | 27.81g | 3% |
| Starch | 16.73g | 20.88g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.3µg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.24mg | 0.26mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 32mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 11IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 18.86g | 24.51g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.63g | 1.79g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 0.23mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.28mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.442mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.389mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.137mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.3mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.369mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.141mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0.56g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.141g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.134g | 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
12%
37%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato pancake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato pancake is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.84g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato pancake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lo mein is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lo mein contains less Sodium (difference - 334mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.032g)
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 ($)