Ramen noodle soup vs. Chow mein — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between ramen noodle soup and chow mein?
- Ramen noodle soup is richer in vitamin B12, yet chow mein is richer in selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, iron, zinc, phosphorus, and magnesium.
- Chow mein's daily need coverage for selenium is 36% higher.
- Chow mein contains less saturated fat.
- Chow mein has a lower glycemic index than ramen noodle soup.
We used Soup, ramen noodle, any flavor, dry and Noodles, chinese, chow mein types in this comparison.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +50.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +108% |
| Contains more IronIron | +15.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +133.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +86.1% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +535.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +29% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +65.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +10.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +21.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +189.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +58.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.17 g
Fats:
17.59 g
Carbs:
60.26 g
Water:
6.52 g
Other:
5.46 g
Protein:
8.11 g
Fats:
15.43 g
Carbs:
72.8 g
Water:
1.18 g
Other:
2.48 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +25.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +14% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +452.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +120.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.117 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.156 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.198 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.229 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.929 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.571 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -72.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +45% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +62.5% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 23.1µg | 43µg | 36% |
| Sodium | 1855mg | 1174mg | 30% |
| Manganese | 0.63mg | 27% | |
| Saturated fat | 8.117g | 2.229g | 27% |
| Starch | 55.97g | 23% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.255mg | 0.421mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.448mg | 0.578mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.25µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.198g | 3.571g | 9% |
| Iron | 4.11mg | 4.73mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.156g | 8.929g | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 115mg | 161mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.6mg | 1.4mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 0.11mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 52mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 8.9µg | 1.4µg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.126mg | 0.167mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 60.26g | 72.8g | 4% |
| Protein | 10.17g | 8.11g | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.401mg | 5.95mg | 3% |
| Fats | 17.59g | 15.43g | 3% |
| Folate | 116µg | 106µg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.9g | 3.7g | 3% |
| Calories | 440kcal | 475kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.438mg | 0.533mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 181mg | 120mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 2.3mg | 1% |
| Choline | 5.5mg | 8.7mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 57.36g | 69.1g | N/A |
| Calcium | 21mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.98g | 5.71g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.065g | 0.8g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.056g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.076g | 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
39%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
75%
78%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ramen noodle soup is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.73g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chow mein contains less Sodium (difference - 681mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chow mein is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.888g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chow mein is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
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 minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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