Lo mein vs. Tortilla chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Lo mein and Tortilla chips
- Lo mein has more Selenium, while Tortilla chips has more Phosphorus, Vitamin E, Magnesium, Fiber, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Vitamin B6, and Calcium.
- Tortilla chips' daily need coverage for Phosphorus is 26% higher.
- Tortilla chips contain 3 times less Selenium than Lo mein. Lo mein contains 11.7µg of Selenium, while Tortilla chips contain 4.4µg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Lo mein is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat and Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted.
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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 | +165.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +500% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +404.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +73.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +42.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +51.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +283.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +400% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +61.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +4375% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +77.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1076.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +197.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +163.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +64.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +118% |
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:
7.1 g
Fats:
20.68 g
Carbs:
67.78 g
Water:
2.64 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +2601.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +48.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +780% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +236.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +29.5% |
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
2.811 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.664 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.769 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -83.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +856.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +734.2% |
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:
62.53 g
Sucrose:
0.78 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +109% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +273.8% |
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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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 121kcal | 472kcal |
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| Protein | 4.77g | 7.1g |
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| Fats | 2.35g | 20.68g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 18.86g | 62.38g |
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| Carbs | 20.16g | 67.78g |
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| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 84mg |
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| Calcium | 21mg | 106mg |
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| Potassium | 105mg | 182mg |
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| Iron | 1.07mg | 1.52mg |
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| Sugar | 2.63g | 0.78g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 5.4g |
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| Copper | 0.064mg | 0.097mg |
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| Zinc | 0.36mg | 1.38mg |
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| Starch | 16.73g | 62.53g |
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| Phosphorus | 45mg | 225mg |
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| Sodium | 430mg | 328mg |
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| Vitamin A | 179IU | 4IU |
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| Vitamin A | 9µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 3.53mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.24mg | 0.388mg |
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| Selenium | 11.7µg | 4.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.124mg | 0.07mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.81mg | 0.838mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.27mg | 0.297mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.068mg | 0.179mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.36µg |
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| Vitamin K | 12.7µg | 20.9µg |
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| Folate | 28µg | 12µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.008g | 0.812g |
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| Choline | 8.9mg | 19.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.464g | 2.811g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.592g | 5.664g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.291g | 10.769g |
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| Fructose | 0.33g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.141g | 0.23g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.134g | 9.695g |
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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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
45%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tortilla chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tortilla chips contains less Sodium (difference - 102mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tortilla chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.347g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lo mein is lower in glycemic index (difference - 84)
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 ($)
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.