Mussels vs. Kung Pao chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mussels and kung Pao chicken
- Mussels is richer in vitamin B12, manganese, selenium, iron, vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin B1, zinc, and folate, yet kung Pao chicken is richer in vitamin A.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mussels is 995% higher.
- Mussels contains 27 times more manganese than kung Pao chicken. Mussels contains 6.8mg of manganese, while kung Pao chicken contains 0.256mg.
Food types used in this article are Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat and Restaurant, Chinese, kung pao chicken.
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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 | +54.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +65% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +22.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +784.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +104.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +260.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +203.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2556.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1006.2% |
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 | +91.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +837.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +663.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +90% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +21718.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +375% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +143% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.8 g
Fats:
4.48 g
Carbs:
7.39 g
Water:
61.15 g
Other:
3.18 g
Protein:
9.76 g
Fats:
6.98 g
Carbs:
6.87 g
Water:
74.78 g
Other:
1.61 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +143.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +97.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +55.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.3% |
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Carbs
~6.87g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.014 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.212 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.352 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.173 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.02 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -37.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +114.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +149.2% |
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 B12 | 24µg | 0.11µg | 995% |
| Manganese | 6.8mg | 0.256mg | 285% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 8.1µg | 148% |
| Iron | 6.72mg | 0.76mg | 75% |
| Protein | 23.8g | 9.76g | 28% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.42mg | 0.055mg | 28% |
| Phosphorus | 285mg | 94mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.3mg | 0.032mg | 22% |
| Zinc | 2.67mg | 0.74mg | 18% |
| Folate | 76µg | 16µg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.212g | 3.02g | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.243mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 26mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.95mg | 0.5mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.149mg | 0.073mg | 8% |
| Choline | 37.4mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin E | 1.02mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin C | 13.6mg | 7.1mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.5g | 6% |
| Fats | 4.48g | 6.98g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 24mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 91µg | 65µg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.014g | 2.173g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.85g | 1.352g | 2% |
| Calories | 172kcal | 129kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3mg | 2.757mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.54g | 1% | |
| Starch | 2.53g | 1% | |
| Potassium | 268mg | 218mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 369mg | 402mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 7.39g | 6.87g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 7.39g | 5.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.03g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.034g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.267mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.025mg | 0.407mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.036mg | 0.431mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.676mg | 0.775mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.779mg | 0.449mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.537mg | 0.24mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.853mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.04mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.457mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.276g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.506g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.244g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.044g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.688g | 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
265%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
198%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mussels is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mussels contains less Sodium (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mussels is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.502g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mussels is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kung Pao chicken is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Kung Pao chicken is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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