Lo mein vs. Potato sticks — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between lo mein and potato sticks
- The amount of vitamin E, vitamin C, potassium, copper, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, iron, and magnesium in potato sticks is higher than in lo mein.
- Potato sticks cover your daily vitamin E needs 59% more than lo mein.
- Lo mein contains less saturated fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat and Snacks, potato sticks.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +16.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +44.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +357.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1078.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +112.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +392.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +175% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +282.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +76.3% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +2682.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2936.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +104.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +490.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +49.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +370.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +74% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +42.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +292.1% |
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:
6.7 g
Fats:
34.4 g
Carbs:
53.3 g
Water:
2.2 g
Other:
3.4 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +3142.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +40.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1363.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +164.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +144.6% |
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
8.88 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.16 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
17.9 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +940.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1286.5% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.291g | 17.9g | 111% |
| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 9.11mg | 59% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 47.3mg | 51% |
| Fats | 2.35g | 34.4g | 49% |
| Saturated fat | 0.464g | 8.88g | 38% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 1237mg | 33% |
| Copper | 0.064mg | 0.315mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.81mg | 4.785mg | 25% |
| Calories | 121kcal | 522kcal | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.068mg | 0.32mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 45mg | 172mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1.07mg | 2.27mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.592g | 6.16g | 14% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 64mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 20.16g | 53.3g | 11% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 633mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 3.4g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.24mg | 0.423mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 12.7µg | 22.1µg | 8% |
| Starch | 16.73g | 7% | |
| Selenium | 11.7µg | 8.1µg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.36mg | 0.99mg | 6% |
| Choline | 8.9mg | 34.9mg | 5% |
| Protein | 4.77g | 6.7g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0.096mg | 4% |
| Folate | 28µg | 40µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.27mg | 0.403mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.124mg | 0.116mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 18.86g | 49.9g | N/A |
| Calcium | 21mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.63g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.008g | N/A | |
| 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 |
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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%
53%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato sticks is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato sticks is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.41g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato sticks is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lo mein contains less Sodium (difference - 203mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.416g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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 ($)