Pasta vs. Lo mein — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are pasta and lo mein different?
- Pasta is higher in vitamin B1, folate, and vitamin B12; however, lo mein is richer in polyunsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for lo mein is 18% higher.
Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked and Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat 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 | +28.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +45.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +55.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +250% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +337.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +344.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +21% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +22.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +128.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +47.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +23.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +123.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +348.4% |
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Protein
~4.77g
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Water
~71.33g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -67.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +377.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +200.9% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 11.7µg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 6mg | 430mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.047mg | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 12.7µg | 11% | |
| Folate | 64µg | 28µg | 9% |
| Starch | 16.73g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.14µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.429g | 1.291g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 5% | |
| Phosphorus | 63mg | 45mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.034mg | 0.068mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.093mg | 0.064mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 24.93g | 20.16g | 2% |
| Fats | 1.05g | 2.35g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0.36mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 0.27mg | 2% |
| Choline | 8.9mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 24mg | 105mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.15mg | 0.124mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.124g | 0.592g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15g | 0.464g | 1% |
| Calories | 131kcal | 121kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.992mg | 0.81mg | 1% |
| Protein | 5.15g | 4.77g | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.224mg | 0.24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.14mg | 1.07mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 24.93g | 18.86g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.63g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 9µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.348mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.079mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.247mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.103mg | 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 |
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
15%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pasta is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.63g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 424mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.314g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lo mein is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lo mein is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
Which food is cheaper?
Lo mein is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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