Chicken sandwich vs. Wendy's hamburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Chicken sandwich and Wendy's hamburger
- Chicken sandwich has more Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B5, and Phosphorus, while Wendy's hamburger has more Vitamin B12, Zinc, Iron, and Copper.
- Wendy's hamburger's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 55% higher.
- Wendy's hamburger contains 4 times less Vitamin B5 than Chicken sandwich. Chicken sandwich contains 1.2mg of Vitamin B5, while Wendy's hamburger contains 0.336mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Wendy's hamburger is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles and WENDY'S, CLASSIC SINGLE Hamburger, no cheese.
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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.
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Calcium
+70.6%
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Magnesium
+33.3%
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Phosphorus
+79.6%
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Potassium
+25.6%
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Manganese
+17.1%
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Iron
+54.2%
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Sodium
-47.5%
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Zinc
+304.9%
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Copper
+107.5%
Equal in Selenium - 18.2
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Calcium
+70.6%
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Magnesium
+33.3%
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Phosphorus
+79.6%
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Potassium
+25.6%
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Manganese
+17.1%
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Iron
+54.2%
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Sodium
-47.5%
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Zinc
+304.9%
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Copper
+107.5%
Equal in Selenium - 18.2
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.
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Vitamin C
+60%
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Vitamin B2
+46.3%
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Vitamin B3
+139.4%
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Vitamin B5
+257.1%
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Vitamin B6
+236%
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Vitamin B1
+19.6%
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Vitamin B12
+1015.4%
Equal in Vitamin K - 9
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Vitamin C
+60%
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Vitamin B2
+46.3%
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Vitamin B3
+139.4%
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Vitamin B5
+257.1%
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Vitamin B6
+236%
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Vitamin B1
+19.6%
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Vitamin B12
+1015.4%
Equal in Vitamin K - 9
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+28.9%
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Carbs
+24.2%
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Other
+75.3%
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Water
+19.4%
Equal in Fats - 10.6
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
12.63 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
16.82 g
Water:
58.41 g
Other:
1.54 g
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Protein
+28.9%
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Carbs
+24.2%
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Other
+75.3%
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Water
+19.4%
Equal in Fats - 10.6
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Saturated Fat
-42.5%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+105%
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 4.077
Saturated Fat:
2.123 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
3.177 g
Saturated Fat:
3.689 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
4.077 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
1.55 g
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Saturated Fat
-42.5%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+105%
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 4.077
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Starch
+43.2%
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Sucrose
+∞%
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Maltose
+231.8%
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Glucose
+44.3%
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Fructose
+36.1%
Starch:
16.5 g
Sucrose:
1.15 g
Glucose:
0.79 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
11.52 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.14 g
Fructose:
1.32 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.22 g
Galactose:
0 g
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Starch
+43.2%
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+∞%
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Maltose
+231.8%
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Glucose
+44.3%
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Fructose
+36.1%
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 19.49g | 15.52g |
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| Protein | 16.28g | 12.63g |
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| Fats | 11.19g | 10.6g |
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| Carbs | 20.89g | 16.82g |
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| Calories | 250kcal | 213kcal |
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| Starch | 16.5g | 11.52g |
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| Fructose | 0.97g | 1.32g |
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| Sugar | 3.64g |
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| Fiber | 1.4g | 1.3g |
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| Calcium | 58mg | 34mg |
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| Iron | 1.77mg | 2.73mg |
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| Magnesium | 24mg | 18mg |
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| Phosphorus | 185mg | 103mg |
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| Potassium | 245mg | 195mg |
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| Sodium | 753mg | 395mg |
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| Zinc | 0.61mg | 2.47mg |
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| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.139mg |
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| Manganese | 0.219mg | 0.187mg |
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| Selenium | 19.9µg | 18.2µg |
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| Vitamin A | 32IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.41mg |
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| Vitamin D | 5IU |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 0.5mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.23mg | 0.275mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.205mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 7.72mg | 3.225mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.2mg | 0.336mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.383mg | 0.114mg |
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| Folate | 47µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.13µg | 1.45µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.5µg | 9µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.133mg |
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| Threonine | 0.459mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.459mg |
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| Leucine | 0.827mg |
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| Lysine | 0.769mg |
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| Methionine | 0.24mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.461mg |
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| Valine | 0.524mg |
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| Histidine | 0.301mg |
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| Cholesterol | 35mg | 35mg | |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.123g | 3.689g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.481g | 4.077g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.177g | 1.55g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g |
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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
47%
36%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wendy's hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 358mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.566g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (35 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)