Lo mein vs. Sweet potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between lo mein and sweet potato chips?
- Lo mein is higher in selenium, yet sweet potato chips are higher in vitamin A, vitamin E, manganese, copper, vitamin B6, fiber, vitamin B5, and potassium.
- Sweet potato chips' daily need coverage for vitamin A is 131% more.
- Lo mein has 12 times more sodium than sweet potato chips. While lo mein has 430mg of sodium, sweet potato chips have only 35mg.
We used Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat and Snacks, sweet potato chips, unsalted 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 more SeleniumSelenium | +457.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +364.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +181% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +781% |
| Contains more IronIron | +98.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +543.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +47.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +222.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +462.1% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +13055.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3173.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +87.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +29.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +157.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +474.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +686.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +92.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +32.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +311.2% |
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:
2.94 g
Fats:
32.35 g
Carbs:
56.82 g
Water:
4.51 g
Other:
3.38 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +62.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1481.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1276.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +181.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +143.2% |
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
2.941 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.155 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.224 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -84.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1446.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +846.9% |
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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| Vitamin A | 9µg | 1184µg | 131% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.291g | 12.224g | 73% |
| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 9.82mg | 63% |
| Manganese | 0.24mg | 1.349mg | 48% |
| Fats | 2.35g | 32.35g | 46% |
| Copper | 0.064mg | 0.412mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.068mg | 0.535mg | 36% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 8.8g | 30% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.27mg | 1.551mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 925mg | 24% |
| Calories | 121kcal | 532kcal | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.592g | 9.155g | 21% |
| Sodium | 430mg | 35mg | 17% |
| Selenium | 11.7µg | 2.1µg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 45mg | 145mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1.07mg | 2.12mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 65mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 20.16g | 56.82g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.464g | 2.941g | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 12.7µg | 24.5µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.81mg | 2.088mg | 8% |
| Starch | 16.73g | 7% | |
| Choline | 8.9mg | 36.6mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 59mg | 4% |
| Protein | 4.77g | 2.94g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.124mg | 0.161mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0.088mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.36mg | 0.53mg | 2% |
| Folate | 28µg | 37µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 18.86g | 48.02g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.63g | 8.82g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.008g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.098mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.26mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.17mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.287mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.205mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.09mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.278mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.267mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.096mg | 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 |
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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%
78%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
63%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sweet potato chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sweet potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 395mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sweet potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lo mein is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.19g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.477g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lo mein is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)