McChicken Sandwich vs. Pepperoni Pizza — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between McChicken Sandwich and Pepperoni Pizza
- McChicken Sandwich has more Polyunsaturated fat, however, Pepperoni Pizza is richer in Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, Zinc, Vitamin B1, and Calcium.
- Pepperoni Pizza covers your daily Vitamin B12 needs 19% more than McChicken Sandwich.
- McChicken Sandwich contains less Saturated Fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich and PIZZA HUT 12" Pepperoni Pizza, Pan Crust.
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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
+65.9%
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Iron
+23%
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Phosphorus
+47.5%
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Potassium
+15%
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Zinc
+144.4%
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Copper
+28%
Equal in Magnesium - 22
Equal in Manganese - 0.361
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Calcium
+65.9%
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Iron
+23%
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Phosphorus
+47.5%
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Potassium
+15%
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Zinc
+144.4%
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Copper
+28%
Equal in Magnesium - 22
Equal in Manganese - 0.361
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 B1
+35.4%
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Vitamin B2
+27%
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Vitamin B12
+236.8%
Equal in Vitamin B3 - 3.84
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Vitamin B1
+35.4%
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Vitamin B2
+27%
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Vitamin B12
+236.8%
Equal in Vitamin B3 - 3.84
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Water
+13%
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Protein
+14.8%
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Other
+11%
Equal in Fats - 14.21
Equal in Carbs - 30.49
Protein:
10.43 g
Fats:
13.21 g
Carbs:
27.97 g
Water:
46.11 g
Other:
2.28 g
Protein:
11.97 g
Fats:
14.21 g
Carbs:
30.49 g
Water:
40.8 g
Other:
2.53 g
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Water
+13%
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Protein
+14.8%
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Other
+11%
Equal in Fats - 14.21
Equal in Carbs - 30.49
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Saturated Fat
-55.5%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+43.3%
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 4.415
Saturated Fat:
2.346 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
4.401 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
4.964 g
Saturated Fat:
5.271 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
4.415 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
3.465 g
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Saturated Fat
-55.5%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+43.3%
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 4.415
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Sucrose
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Glucose
+157.5%
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Fructose
+421.6%
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Starch
+∞%
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Lactose
+∞%
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Maltose
+367.4%
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Galactose
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Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.17 g
Glucose:
1.03 g
Fructose:
1.93 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
23.13 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.4 g
Fructose:
0.37 g
Lactose:
0.35 g
Maltose:
2.01 g
Galactose:
0.07 g
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Sucrose
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Glucose
+157.5%
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Fructose
+421.6%
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Maltose
+367.4%
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 26.67g | 28.69g |
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| Protein | 10.43g | 11.97g |
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| Fats | 13.21g | 14.21g |
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| Carbs | 27.97g | 30.49g |
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| Calories | 273kcal | 298kcal |
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| Starch | 23.13g |
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| Fructose | 1.93g | 0.37g |
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| Sugar | 3.57g | 3.2g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.8g |
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| Calcium | 88mg | 146mg |
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| Iron | 1.74mg | 2.14mg |
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| Magnesium | 20mg | 22mg |
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| Phosphorus | 139mg | 205mg |
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| Potassium | 173mg | 199mg |
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| Sodium | 624mg | 692mg |
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| Zinc | 0.63mg | 1.54mg |
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| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.105mg |
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| Manganese | 0.358mg | 0.361mg |
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| Selenium | 20.6µg |
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| Vitamin A | 171IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 47µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.78mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.212mg | 0.287mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.2mg | 0.254mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.942mg | 3.84mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.378mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.19µg | 0.64µg |
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| Vitamin K | 19.3µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.116mg |
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| Threonine | 0.374mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.487mg |
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| Leucine | 0.952mg |
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| Lysine | 0.652mg |
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| Methionine | 0.247mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.564mg |
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| Valine | 0.604mg |
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| Histidine | 0.322mg |
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| Cholesterol | 27mg | 25mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.079g |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.346g | 5.271g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.401g | 4.415g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.964g | 3.465g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | 0.025g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.396g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.016g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.43g | 0.357g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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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
16%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
57%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pepperoni Pizza is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.37g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pepperoni Pizza is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pepperoni Pizza is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pepperoni Pizza is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pepperoni Pizza is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
McChicken Sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 68mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.925g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)