Brie vs. McDonald's Big Mac — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between brie and mcDonald's Big Mac
- Brie has more vitamin B12, vitamin B2, phosphorus, and vitamin A; however, mcDonald's Big Mac is higher in vitamin B3, iron, vitamin B1, and copper.
- Brie covers your daily need for saturated fat, 68% more than mcDonald's Big Mac.
- Brie has 3 times more vitamin A than mcDonald's Big Mac. While brie has 592IU of vitamin A, mcDonald's Big Mac has only 188IU.
- McDonald's Big Mac has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of mcDonald's Big Mac is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, brie and McDONALD'S, BIG MAC.
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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 | +58.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +24.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +54.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +19.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +300% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +415.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +505.9% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +148.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +87.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +41.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +151.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +790.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.75 g
Fats:
27.68 g
Carbs:
0.45 g
Water:
48.42 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
11.82 g
Fats:
14.96 g
Carbs:
20.08 g
Water:
51.3 g
Other:
1.84 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +75.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +85% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +46.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +4362.2% |
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Water
~51.3g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.41 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.826 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.803 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.306 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +130.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +169.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -78.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 17.41g | 3.803g | 62% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.65µg | 0.88µg | 32% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 26% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.52mg | 0.209mg | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 100mg | 36mg | 21% |
| Fats | 27.68g | 14.96g | 20% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 2mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.38mg | 3.384mg | 19% |
| Vitamin A | 174µg | 19% | |
| Protein | 20.75g | 11.82g | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.235mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.69mg | 14% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.013g | 3.474g | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 188mg | 122mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.176mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.019mg | 0.098mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 629mg | 460mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 184mg | 116mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 0.45g | 20.08g | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.034mg | 0.206mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.6g | 6% |
| Folate | 65µg | 46µg | 5% |
| Calories | 334kcal | 257kcal | 4% |
| Zinc | 2.38mg | 1.91mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.826g | 0.306g | 3% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 2% | |
| Fructose | 1.69g | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 152mg | 181mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.45g | 18.48g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.45g | 3.97g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.588g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.322mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.751mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.015mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.929mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.851mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.592mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.158mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.34mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.716mg | 0% |
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
45%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 64mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's Big Mac contains less Sodium (difference - 169mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.607g)
Which food is cheaper?
McDonald's Big Mac is cheaper (difference - $3.6)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brie is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.52g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brie is relatively richer in vitamins
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.