Biscuit vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are biscuits and chicken sandwich different?
- Biscuits are richer in calcium, iron, vitamin B1, and manganese, while chicken sandwich is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and vitamin B5.
- Chicken sandwich covers your daily need for vitamin B3, 30% more than biscuits.
- Biscuits contain 4 times more calcium than chicken sandwich. Biscuits contain 235mg of calcium, while chicken sandwich contains 58mg.
- Chicken sandwich is lower in saturated fat.
- Chicken sandwich has a higher glycemic index (74) than biscuits (44).
Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles 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 CalciumCalcium | +305.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +63.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +22.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +72.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +102.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +13% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.8% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +54.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +29.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +161.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +321.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +994.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +62.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7 g
Fats:
16.3 g
Carbs:
44.6 g
Water:
28.9 g
Other:
3.2 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +45.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +113.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +132.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +69.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.324 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.93 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.163 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +54.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +31% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -50.9% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.949mg | 7.72mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0.383mg | 27% |
| Protein | 7g | 16.28g | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 1.2mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 235mg | 58mg | 18% |
| Vitamin E | 2.41mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 1.77mg | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 35mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.356mg | 0.23mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 4.324g | 2.123g | 10% |
| Carbs | 44.6g | 20.89g | 8% |
| Fats | 16.3g | 11.19g | 8% |
| Sodium | 580mg | 753mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 8.5µg | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 3.177g | 7% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 7% | |
| Manganese | 0.378mg | 0.219mg | 7% |
| Choline | 35.3mg | 6% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.93g | 4.481g | 6% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 250kcal | 5% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 245mg | 4% |
| Folate | 61µg | 47µg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 164mg | 185mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0.13µg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.067mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.3mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.61mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 19.5µg | 19.9µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 43.1g | 19.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.18g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 1.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | 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
23%
44%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.201g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Biscuit is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.46g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Biscuit contains less Sodium (difference - 173mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
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.