Candy bar vs. McDonald's Big Mac — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between candy bar and mcDonald's Big Mac
- Candy bar is richer in copper, manganese, vitamin B3, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc, yet mcDonald's Big Mac is richer in vitamin B12 and iron.
- Daily need coverage for copper for candy bar is 75% higher.
- Candy bar contains 6 times more manganese than mcDonald's Big Mac. Candy bar contains 1.243mg of manganese, while mcDonald's Big Mac contains 0.206mg.
- Candy bar contains less sodium.
- Candy bar has a lower glycemic index than mcDonald's Big Mac.
Food types used in this article are Candies, peanut bar 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +450% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +124.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +689.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +106.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +152.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +503.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +48.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +106.2% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +134.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +63% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +76% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +49.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.5 g
Fats:
33.7 g
Carbs:
47.4 g
Water:
1.6 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
11.82 g
Fats:
14.96 g
Carbs:
20.08 g
Water:
51.3 g
Other:
1.84 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +31.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +125.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +136.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3106.3% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.678 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
16.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.65 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 | +381.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3380.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -18.7% |
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 B6 | 153mg | 11769% | |
| Copper | 0.774mg | 0.098mg | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.65g | 0.306g | 69% |
| Manganese | 1.243mg | 0.206mg | 45% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.88µg | 37% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 16.721g | 3.474g | 33% |
| Fats | 33.7g | 14.96g | 29% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.922mg | 3.384mg | 28% |
| Vitamin E | 4.1mg | 27% | |
| Phosphorus | 308mg | 122mg | 27% |
| Magnesium | 110mg | 20mg | 21% |
| Zinc | 3.94mg | 1.91mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.83mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 156mg | 460mg | 13% |
| Calories | 522kcal | 257kcal | 13% |
| Iron | 0.97mg | 2mg | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 36mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 1.6g | 10% |
| Selenium | 4.7µg | 9% | |
| Carbs | 47.4g | 20.08g | 9% |
| Folate | 75µg | 46µg | 7% |
| Potassium | 407mg | 181mg | 7% |
| Protein | 15.5g | 11.82g | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.176mg | 6% |
| Choline | 29.4mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.209mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 116mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 4.678g | 3.803g | 4% |
| Fructose | 1.69g | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 18.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 42.22g | 3.97g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.588g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.149mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.534mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.986mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.545mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.185mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.787mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.638mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.385mg | 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
2748%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
88%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.25g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.875g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 304mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Candy bar is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)