Cheeseburger vs. Cheese sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between cheeseburgers and cheese sandwich
- Cheeseburgers have more vitamin B12, zinc, and vitamin B3; however, cheese sandwich has more manganese, phosphorus, selenium, and calcium.
- Cheese sandwich's daily need coverage for manganese is 33% more.
- Cheeseburgers have 6 times more vitamin B12 than cheese sandwich. Cheeseburgers have 0.76µg of vitamin B12, while cheese sandwich has 0.12µg.
- Cheese sandwich is lower in cholesterol.
- Cheeseburgers have a higher glycemic index than cheese sandwich.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain and Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling.
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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 ZincZinc | +186.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -38.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +107.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +71.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +56.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +44.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +137.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +242.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +24% |
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 | +138.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +63.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +533.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +22.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +17.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +14.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.51 g
Fats:
14.72 g
Carbs:
28.03 g
Water:
38.63 g
Other:
2.11 g
Protein:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +68.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1107.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +69.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +107.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +80.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.473 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.413 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.658 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +91.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +452.8% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.658g | 9.166g | 50% |
| Manganese | 0.316mg | 1.083mg | 33% |
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 382mg | 32% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.76µg | 0.12µg | 27% |
| Fats | 14.72g | 25g | 16% |
| Zinc | 2.49mg | 0.87mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 515mg | 839mg | 14% |
| Protein | 16.51g | 9.8g | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.217mg | 3.185mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.413g | 10.351g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 7mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 6.473g | 4.129g | 11% |
| Carbs | 28.03g | 58.2g | 10% |
| Calcium | 119mg | 204mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 19.6µg | 24.3µg | 9% |
| Calories | 308kcal | 497kcal | 9% |
| Starch | 19.87g | 8% | |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 54mg | 7% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.111mg | 0.16mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.293mg | 0.358mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.427mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 4% | |
| Fiber | 2g | 3.1g | 4% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 306mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 50µg | 21µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.228mg | 0.261mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.52mg | 3% | |
| Folate | 70µg | 64µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.94g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.545mg | 0.622mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.71mg | 2.62mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 26.03g | 55.1g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.57g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.155mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.571mg | 0.298mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.755mg | 0.383mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.316mg | 0.698mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.784mg | 0.344mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.377mg | 0.167mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.755mg | 0.472mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.881mg | 0.438mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.445mg | 0.219mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.322g | 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
42%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheeseburger contains less Sodium (difference - 324mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cheese sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.344g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.