Cheeseburger vs. Asparagus — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between cheeseburgers and asparagus
- Cheeseburgers have more vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, zinc, vitamin B2, and phosphorus; however, asparagus is richer in vitamin K.
- Cheeseburgers cover your daily saturated fat needs 32% more than asparagus.
- Asparagus contains less cholesterol.
- Cheeseburgers have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of cheeseburgers is 66, while the glycemic index of asparagus is 32.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain and Asparagus, raw.
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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 | +85.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +395.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +26.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +361.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +209.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +100% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +752.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +70.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.6% |
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 AVitamin A | +31.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +104.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +157.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +433.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +98.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +150.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +34.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +80.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +117.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +890.5% |
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:
2.2 g
Fats:
0.12 g
Carbs:
3.88 g
Water:
93.22 g
Other:
0.58 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +650.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +12166.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +622.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +263.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +141.3% |
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
0.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3216% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
19.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.76 g
Fructose:
1.94 g
Lactose:
0.72 g
Maltose:
0.46 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.23 g
Glucose:
0.65 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +170.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +94% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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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 | 0.76µg | 0µg | 32% |
| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 41.6µg | 31% |
| Selenium | 19.6µg | 2.3µg | 31% |
| Protein | 16.51g | 2.2g | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 6.473g | 0.04g | 29% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.217mg | 0.978mg | 26% |
| Fats | 14.72g | 0.12g | 22% |
| Sodium | 515mg | 2mg | 22% |
| Zinc | 2.49mg | 0.54mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.141mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 52mg | 16% |
| Calories | 308kcal | 20kcal | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 0mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.413g | 0g | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.293mg | 0.143mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.228mg | 0.091mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.658g | 0.05g | 11% |
| Calcium | 119mg | 24mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.111mg | 0.189mg | 9% |
| Starch | 19.87g | 8% | |
| Carbs | 28.03g | 3.88g | 8% |
| Iron | 2.71mg | 2.14mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.316mg | 0.158mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.6mg | 6% |
| Folate | 70µg | 52µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.545mg | 0.274mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.52mg | 1.13mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 14mg | 3% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 16mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.94g | 1g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 50µg | 38µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 26.03g | 1.78g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 202mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | 1.88g | N/A |
| Fiber | 2g | 2.1g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.57g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.155mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.571mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.755mg | 0.075mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.316mg | 0.128mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.784mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.377mg | 0.031mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.755mg | 0.075mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.881mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.445mg | 0.049mg | 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 | 0g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Cheeseburger is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Asparagus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 43mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Asparagus is lower in Sugar (difference - 3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 513mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.433g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Asparagus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)