Cheeseburger vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between cheeseburgers and fish sandwiches
- Cheeseburgers are richer in vitamin B3, zinc, vitamin B2, iron, vitamin B6, calcium, vitamin B1, and phosphorus, yet fish sandwiches are richer in vitamin K.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for cheeseburgers is 23% higher.
- Cheeseburgers contain 5 times more zinc than fish sandwiches. Cheeseburgers contain 2.49mg of zinc, while fish sandwiches contain 0.49mg.
- Fish sandwiches contain less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +221.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +80.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +48% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +408.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +38.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +19.7% |
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 | +733.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +39.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +159.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +142.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +47.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +225.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +11.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +52.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +223.8% |
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:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +60.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +18.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.4% |
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Carbs
~26.69g
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Other
~2.13g
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
1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +108.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -69.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +277.4% |
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 g
Glucose:
1.2 g
Fructose:
1.47 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.87 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +46.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +32% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +89.1% |
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Sucrose
~0g
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.658g | 6.257g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 6.473g | 1.949g | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.217mg | 2.15mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 2.49mg | 0.49mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.14mg | 17% |
| Iron | 2.71mg | 1.5mg | 15% |
| Protein | 16.51g | 10.29g | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.228mg | 0.07mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 119mg | 37mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 13.6µg | 8% |
| Starch | 19.87g | 8% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.413g | 2.595g | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.293mg | 0.21mg | 7% |
| Folate | 70µg | 46µg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 116mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 50µg | 6µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.545mg | 0.37mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 1g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.111mg | 0.075mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 515mg | 602mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.76µg | 0.68µg | 3% |
| Selenium | 19.6µg | 18µg | 3% |
| Calories | 308kcal | 257kcal | 3% |
| Fats | 14.72g | 12.45g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 35mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.316mg | 0.264mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.94g | 1.47g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 9IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 26.03g | 25.69g | N/A |
| Carbs | 28.03g | 26.69g | 0% |
| Magnesium | 26mg | 25mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 206mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | 3.53g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.52mg | 0.55mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.57g | 0.08g | N/A |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 28.9mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.155mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.571mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.755mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.316mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.784mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.377mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.755mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.881mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.445mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.064g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | 0.489g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | 0.023g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.322g | 5.561g | 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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fish sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fish sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.35g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.524g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fish sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheeseburger contains less Sodium (difference - 87mg)
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 ($)