Lo mein vs. Vermicelli — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Lo mein and Vermicelli different?
- Lo mein is higher in Vitamin B2, Vitamin K, and Folate, however, Vermicelli is richer in Copper, Zinc, Choline, Selenium, Fiber, and Iron.
- Daily need coverage for Copper from Vermicelli is 206% higher.
- Vermicelli has less Sodium.
Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat and Vermicelli, made from soy are the varieties used 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +600% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +3400% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +125% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +161.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +69.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2893.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1077.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +130.8% |
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 | +383.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +234.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +70% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1888.8% |
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:
0.1 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
82.32 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.58 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +4670% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2250% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +499.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +308.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +301.4% |
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
0.014 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.041 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +4453.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3048.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -97% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 121kcal | 331kcal |
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| Protein | 4.77g | 0.1g |
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| Fats | 2.35g | 0.1g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.7mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 18.86g | 78.42g |
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| Carbs | 20.16g | 82.32g |
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| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 2mg |
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| Calcium | 21mg | 55mg |
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| Potassium | 105mg | 3mg |
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| Iron | 1.07mg | 1.81mg |
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| Sugar | 2.63g | 17.44g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 3.9g |
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| Copper | 0.064mg | 1.916mg |
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| Zinc | 0.36mg | 4.24mg |
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| Starch | 16.73g |
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| Phosphorus | 45mg | 20mg |
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| Sodium | 430mg | 4mg |
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| Vitamin A | 179IU | 37IU |
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| Vitamin A | 9µg | 2µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 0.51mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.24mg |
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| Selenium | 11.7µg | 27µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.047mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.124mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.81mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.27mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.068mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin K | 12.7µg | 3.8µg |
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| Folate | 28µg | 0µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.008g | 0g |
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| Choline | 8.9mg | 177mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.464g | 0.014g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.592g | 0.013g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.291g | 0.041g |
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| Fructose | 0.33g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.141g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.134g |
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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%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
100%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vermicelli contains less Sodium (difference - 426mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Vermicelli is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.45g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lo mein is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.81g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lo mein is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is cheaper?
Lo mein is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lo mein is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.