Spanish rice vs. Chinese lemon chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Spanish rice and Chinese lemon chicken
- Spanish rice is richer in Manganese, Vitamin B1, and Folate, yet Chinese lemon chicken is richer in Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Selenium, Vitamin K, and Vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for Manganese from Spanish rice is 13% higher.
- Spanish rice contains 6 times more Folate than Chinese lemon chicken. Spanish rice contains 50µg of Folate, while Chinese lemon chicken contains 9µg.
- Chinese lemon chicken contains less Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Restaurant, Mexican, spanish rice and Restaurant, Chinese, lemon 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 CopperCopper | +62.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +338.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +23.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +38.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +138.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -52.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +75.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +809.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +245.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +455.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +2200% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +113.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +58.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +25.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +204.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +37.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +87.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +214.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.28 g
Fats:
5.29 g
Carbs:
31.16 g
Water:
58.54 g
Other:
1.73 g
Protein:
11.87 g
Fats:
13.55 g
Carbs:
20.61 g
Water:
52.69 g
Other:
1.28 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +51.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +261.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +156.1% |
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Water
~52.69g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.005 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.511 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.317 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.033 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.749 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.086 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -50.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +81.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +162.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
27.55 g
Sucrose:
0.38 g
Glucose:
0.5 g
Fructose:
0.42 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
10.27 g
Sucrose:
5.05 g
Glucose:
1.58 g
Fructose:
1.52 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.03 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +168.3% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +1228.9% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +216% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +261.9% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Lactose
~0g
~equal in
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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 185kcal | 252kcal |
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| Protein | 3.28g | 11.87g |
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| Fats | 5.29g | 13.55g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 2.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 29.96g | 19.61g |
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| Carbs | 31.16g | 20.61g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 32mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 5IU |
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| Magnesium | 13mg | 16mg |
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| Calcium | 20mg | 40mg |
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| Potassium | 116mg | 161mg |
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| Iron | 1.15mg | 1.22mg |
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| Sugar | 1.3g | 8.18g |
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| Fiber | 1.2g | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.065mg | 0.04mg |
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| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.51mg |
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| Starch | 27.55g | 10.27g |
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| Phosphorus | 57mg | 136mg |
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| Sodium | 528mg | 252mg |
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| Vitamin A | 100IU | 11IU |
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| Vitamin A | 6µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 1.28mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.39mg | 0.089mg |
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| Selenium | 7.4µg | 13µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.183mg | 0.053mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.074mg | 0.07mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.378mg | 3.776mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.415mg | 0.52mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.082mg | 0.25mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0.11µg |
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| Vitamin K | 13µg | 24.4µg |
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| Folate | 50µg | 9µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.07g | 0.068g |
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| Choline | 9.1mg | 28.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.005g | 2.033g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.511g | 2.749g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.317g | 6.086g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.044mg | 0.141mg |
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| Threonine | 0.098mg | 0.513mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.109mg | 0.537mg |
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| Leucine | 0.24mg | 0.978mg |
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| Lysine | 0.131mg | 0.958mg |
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| Methionine | 0.071mg | 0.33mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 153mg | 0.478mg |
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| Valine | 0.137mg | 0.57mg |
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| Histidine | 0.071mg | 0.365mg |
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| Fructose | 0.42g | 1.52g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.238g | 0.663g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.052g | 5.301g |
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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
20%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
29%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Spanish rice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Spanish rice is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.88g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Spanish rice is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.028g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese lemon chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 276mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinese lemon chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chinese lemon chicken is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese lemon chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)