Rice noodles vs. Lo mein — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are rice noodles and lo mein different?
- Rice noodles are richer in phosphorus, manganese, and selenium, while lo mein is higher in vitamin K, vitamin B2, and folate.
- Rice noodles cover your daily need for saturated fat, 763% more than lo mein.
- Rice noodles contain 3 times more phosphorus than lo mein. Rice noodles contain 153mg of phosphorus, while lo mein contains 45mg.
- Lo mein is lower in saturated fat.
Rice noodles, dry and Restaurant, Chinese, vegetable lo mein, without meat types were 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 CopperCopper | +21.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +105.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +240% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +107.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +29.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +16.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +250% |
| Contains more IronIron | +52.9% |
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 EVitamin E | +172.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +51.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +629.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +266.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +429.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +353.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +833.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +61.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.95 g
Fats:
0.56 g
Carbs:
80.18 g
Water:
11.91 g
Other:
1.4 g
Protein:
4.77 g
Fats:
2.35 g
Carbs:
20.16 g
Water:
71.33 g
Other:
1.39 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +297.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +319.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +498.9% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
153 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.175 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.15 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.464 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.592 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.291 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +238.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +760.7% |
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 price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 153g | 0.464g | 693% |
| Carbs | 80.18g | 20.16g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 153mg | 45mg | 15% |
| Calories | 364kcal | 121kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 12.7µg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.498mg | 0.24mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 182mg | 430mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.15g | 1.291g | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.017mg | 0.124mg | 8% |
| Starch | 16.73g | 7% | |
| Folate | 3µg | 28µg | 6% |
| Selenium | 15.1µg | 11.7µg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 1.07mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.015mg | 0.068mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.051mg | 0.27mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.221mg | 0.81mg | 4% |
| Fats | 0.56g | 2.35g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 0.36mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.7mg | 2% |
| Protein | 5.95g | 4.77g | 2% |
| Potassium | 30mg | 105mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.078mg | 0.064mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.047mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 0.3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Choline | 5.5mg | 8.9mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 1.3g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.175g | 0.592g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 78.58g | 18.86g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 14mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 21mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.12g | 2.63g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.072mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.21mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.244mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.488mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.207mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.317mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.348mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.149mg | 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
2%
12%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
27%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Rice noodles is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.51g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rice noodles contains less Sodium (difference - 248mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lo mein is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 152.536g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lo mein is lower in glycemic index (difference - 61)
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 cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.