BURGER KING, french fries vs. McDonald's french fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between BURGER KING, french fries and McDonald's french fries?
- BURGER KING, french fries is higher in Vitamin E, and Polyunsaturated fat, however, McDonald's french fries are richer in Vitamin B3, and Monounsaturated Fat.
We used BURGER KING, french fries and McDONALD'S, french fries types 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 CopperCopper | +11.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +37% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +11.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +27.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +15.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +16.9% |
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 EVitamin E | +77.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +154.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +12.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +48.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +20.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +16.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +44.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +37.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.23 g
Fats:
12.48 g
Carbs:
38.7 g
Water:
43.95 g
Other:
1.64 g
Protein:
3.41 g
Fats:
15.47 g
Carbs:
42.58 g
Water:
36.63 g
Other:
1.91 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +20% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +24% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.5% |
~equal in
Protein
~3.41g
~equal in
Carbs
~42.58g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.137 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.946 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.271 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.379 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.727 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +25.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +125.7% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~2.271g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
35.97 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.51 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
38.23 g
Sucrose:
0.21 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
~equal in
Starch
~38.23g
~equal in
Fructose
~0g
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Maltose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 280kcal | 323kcal |
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| Protein | 3.23g | 3.41g |
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| Fats | 12.48g | 15.47g |
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| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 5.6mg |
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| Net carbs | 35.8g | 38.68g |
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| Carbs | 38.7g | 42.58g |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 37mg |
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| Calcium | 17mg | 19mg |
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| Potassium | 467mg | 596mg |
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| Iron | 0.73mg | 0.8mg |
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| Sugar | 0.51g | 0.21g |
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| Fiber | 2.9g | 3.9g |
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| Copper | 0.127mg | 0.114mg |
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| Zinc | 0.44mg | 0.51mg |
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| Starch | 35.97g | 38.23g |
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| Phosphorus | 119mg | 127mg |
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| Sodium | 279mg | 189mg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.45mg | 1.38mg |
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| Manganese | 0.213mg | 0.249mg |
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| Selenium | 0.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.033mg | 0.037mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.163mg | 3.22mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.49mg | 0.59mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.327mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin K | 11.1µg | 16µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.046g | 0.064g |
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| Choline | 28.9mg | 39.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.137g | 2.271g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.27g | 7.379g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.946g | 4.727g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.028mg |
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| Threonine | 0.11mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.108mg |
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| Leucine | 0.17mg |
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| Lysine | 0.265mg |
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| Methionine | 0.06mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.146mg |
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| Valine | 0.164mg |
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| Histidine | 0.065mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.273g | 0.382g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.016g | 0.031g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.599g | 4.251g |
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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
22%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McDonald's french fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's french fries contains less Sodium (difference - 90mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
McDonald's french fries is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
McDonald's french fries is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
BURGER KING, french fries is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.134g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
BURGER KING, french fries is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol ( mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)