Burger King Whopper vs. Hamburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Burger King Whopper and hamburgers
- Burger King Whopper has more iron; however, hamburgers are richer in vitamin B3, copper, vitamin B6, phosphorus, calcium, and vitamin B2.
- Burger King Whopper's daily need coverage for iron is 19% more.
The food varieties used in the comparison are BURGER KING, WHOPPER, no cheese and Fast foods, hamburger; double, regular, patty; plain.
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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 IronIron | +51.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -24.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +11.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +161.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +33.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +600% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +51.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +20.6% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +86.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +79.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +123.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +19.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.74 g
Fats:
12.84 g
Carbs:
18.55 g
Water:
56.43 g
Other:
1.44 g
Protein:
17.08 g
Fats:
14.36 g
Carbs:
24.1 g
Water:
42.67 g
Other:
1.79 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +32.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +59% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +29.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +24.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.25 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.685 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.389 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.096 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.495 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.38 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -16.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +791.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +17.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
13.53 g
Sucrose:
1.7 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
1.73 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.67 g
Galactose:
0.11 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.22 g
Glucose:
1.16 g
Fructose:
2.03 g
Lactose:
0.13 g
Maltose:
0.6 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +672.7% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +11.7% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +17.3% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
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 B12 | 1.44µg | 60% | |
| Selenium | 18.2µg | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.389g | 0.38g | 20% |
| Iron | 4.37mg | 2.88mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.873mg | 5.365mg | 16% |
| Vitamin K | 19.5µg | 16% | |
| Protein | 10.74g | 17.08g | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.091mg | 0.203mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.013mg | 0.091mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 90mg | 136mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.175mg | 0.25mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 47mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 102mg | 6% |
| Starch | 13.53g | 6% | |
| Sodium | 313mg | 414mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 0.9g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 4.25g | 5.096g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.173mg | 0.31mg | 3% |
| Calories | 233kcal | 295kcal | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.18mg | 0.217mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 18.55g | 24.1g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.685g | 5.495g | 2% |
| Folate | 47µg | 56µg | 2% |
| Fats | 12.84g | 14.36g | 2% |
| Potassium | 169mg | 226mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 16.75g | 23.2g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.22g | 4.15g | N/A |
| Zinc | 2.83mg | 2.87mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.215mg | 0.217mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.507g | 0.814g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0.206mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.374mg | 0.666mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.345mg | 0.716mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.762mg | 1.319mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.593mg | 1.226mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.208mg | 0.37mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.461mg | 0.677mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.416mg | 0.823mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.253mg | 0.505mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 1.73g | 2.03g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.275g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.757g | N/A |
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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
21%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
42%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hamburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hamburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.069999999999999g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hamburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Burger King Whopper is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Burger King Whopper contains less Sodium (difference - 101mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Burger King Whopper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.846g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Burger King Whopper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)