Cheeseburger vs. KFC Fried Chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Cheeseburger and KFC Fried Chicken
- Cheeseburger has more Iron, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B1, Zinc, Vitamin B2, Fiber, and Vitamin B6, however, KFC Fried Chicken is higher in Phosphorus.
- KFC Fried Chicken covers your daily need of Sodium 23% more than Cheeseburger.
- Cheeseburger has less Cholesterol.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain and KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Skin and Breading.
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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 | +208% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +35.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +186.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +14% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +24.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +56.5% |
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 | +284.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +266.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +84.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +62.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +137.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +130.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +61.5% |
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:
14.17 g
Fats:
28.01 g
Carbs:
18.79 g
Water:
35.52 g
Other:
3.51 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +49.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +90.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +66.4% |
~equal in
Water
~35.52g
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
6.343 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
14.448 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.375 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +166.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +224.2% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~6.343g
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:
16.72 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +18.8% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~equal in
Sucrose
~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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 308kcal | 384kcal |
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| Protein | 16.51g | 14.17g |
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| Fats | 14.72g | 28.01g |
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| Net carbs | 26.03g | 18.79g |
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| Carbs | 28.03g | 18.79g |
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| Cholesterol | 43mg | 82mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 26mg | 25mg |
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| Calcium | 119mg | 117mg |
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| Potassium | 196mg | 244mg |
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| Iron | 2.71mg | 0.88mg |
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| Sugar | 4.88g | 0g |
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| Fiber | 2g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.111mg | 0.082mg |
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| Zinc | 2.49mg | 0.87mg |
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| Starch | 19.87g | 16.72g |
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| Phosphorus | 161mg | 252mg |
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| Sodium | 515mg | 1042mg |
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| Vitamin A | 254IU | 66IU |
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| Vitamin A | 50µg | 20µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.52mg | 1.2mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.316mg | 0.298mg |
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| Selenium | 19.6µg | 17.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.293mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.197mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.217mg | 5.42mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.545mg | 0.88mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.228mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.76µg | 0.32µg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.2µg |
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| Folate | 70µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.57g | 0.214g |
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| Choline | 28.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.473g | 6.343g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.413g | 14.448g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.658g | 5.375g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.155mg | 0.108mg |
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| Threonine | 0.571mg | 0.467mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.755mg | 0.416mg |
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| Leucine | 1.316mg | 0.864mg |
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| Lysine | 0.784mg | 0.615mg |
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| Methionine | 0.377mg | 0.205mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.755mg | 0.542mg |
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| Valine | 0.881mg | 0.516mg |
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| Histidine | 0.445mg | 0.337mg |
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| Fructose | 1.94g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | 0.764g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0.045g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 0.029g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.023g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.322g | 4.343g |
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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%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.13g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheeseburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 39mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheeseburger contains less Sodium (difference - 527mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)