Pupusas vs. Chinese cuisine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between pupusas and chinese cuisine
- Pupusas have more selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B3, and magnesium, while chinese cuisine has more vitamin K, vitamin C, folate, vitamin B12, and vitamin A.
- Chinese cuisine covers your daily need for vitamin K, 42% more than pupusas.
- Pupusas contain 3 times more saturated fat than chinese cuisine. While pupusas contain 3.166g of saturated fat, chinese cuisine contains only 0.978g.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Restaurant, Latino, pupusas del cerdo (pupusas, pork) and Restaurant, Chinese, beef and vegetables.
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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 | +153.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +122.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +25% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +113.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +165.7% |
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 DVitamin D | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +151.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +58.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +79.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +44.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +42.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +11.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +11500% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +530% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +134.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +71.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4563.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1025% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.51 g
Fats:
10.43 g
Carbs:
23.02 g
Water:
53.12 g
Other:
1.92 g
Protein:
7.08 g
Fats:
5.3 g
Carbs:
7.29 g
Water:
78.82 g
Other:
1.51 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +62.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +96.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +215.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +27.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +48.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.166 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.964 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.205 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.978 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.13 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +225.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -69.1% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~2.13g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
18.98 g
Sucrose:
0.38 g
Glucose:
0.34 g
Fructose:
0.33 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.39 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
1.82 g
Sucrose:
1.17 g
Glucose:
0.69 g
Fructose:
0.55 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +942.9% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +207.9% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +102.9% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +66.7% |
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Lactose
~0g
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Galactose
~0g
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 51.3µg | 42% |
| Selenium | 17.8µg | 6.7µg | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 11.6mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 162mg | 76mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.166g | 0.978g | 10% |
| Folate | 4µg | 45µg | 10% |
| Protein | 11.51g | 7.08g | 9% |
| Fats | 10.43g | 5.3g | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.28µg | 0.48µg | 8% |
| Starch | 18.98g | 1.82g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.964g | 1.217g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.373mg | 1.32mg | 7% |
| Calories | 232kcal | 105kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 63µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23mg | 0.161mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 38mg | 15mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 29mg | 14mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 23.02g | 7.29g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.083mg | 0.033mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 1.5g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.64mg | 0.443mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 0.82mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.7µg | 0.1µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 28IU | 3IU | 3% |
| Copper | 0.065mg | 0.049mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.087mg | 0.055mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 255mg | 204mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.62mg | 1.5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.01mg | 1.11mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.159mg | 0.147mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.205g | 2.13g | 1% |
| Sodium | 426mg | 409mg | 1% |
| Choline | 38.4mg | 34.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 20.42g | 5.79g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.45g | 2.41g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.083g | 0.058g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.121mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0.313mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.456mg | 0.314mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.976mg | 0.525mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.784mg | 0.552mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.268mg | 0.158mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.463mg | 0.317mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.531mg | 0.327mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.354mg | 0.207mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.33g | 0.55g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.087g | 0.264g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.007g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.045g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.95g | 1.803g | 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
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33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pupusas is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.96g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pupusas is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pupusas is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chinese cuisine is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 15mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese cuisine contains less Sodium (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chinese cuisine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.188g)
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.