Chicken McNuggets vs. Burger King Whopper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between chicken McNuggets and Burger King Whopper
- Chicken McNuggets have more vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and vitamin B5, while Burger King Whopper has more iron and zinc.
- Burger King Whopper's daily need coverage for iron is 44% higher.
- Burger King Whopper contains 5 times less vitamin B5 than chicken McNuggets. Chicken McNuggets contain 0.88mg of vitamin B5, while Burger King Whopper contains 0.173mg.
- The amount of sodium in Burger King Whopper is lower.
- Chicken McNuggets have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of chicken McNuggets is 46, while the glycemic index of Burger King Whopper is 61.
The food types used in this comparison are McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS and BURGER KING, WHOPPER, no cheese.
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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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +49.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +276.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +202.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +254.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +391% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +379.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -44.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +28.6% |
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 CVitamin C | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +157.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +408.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +337.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +34.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +59.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.79 g
Fats:
19.81 g
Carbs:
15.09 g
Water:
47.13 g
Other:
2.18 g
Protein:
10.74 g
Fats:
12.84 g
Carbs:
18.55 g
Water:
56.43 g
Other:
1.44 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +47% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +54.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +51.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.261 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.61 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.25 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.685 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.389 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -23.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +73.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +65.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.08 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
13.53 g
Sucrose:
1.7 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
1.73 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.67 g
Galactose:
0.11 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +2025% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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Lactose
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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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| 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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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.89mg | 4.37mg | 44% |
| Selenium | 18.2µg | 33% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.4mg | 2.873mg | 28% |
| Phosphorus | 272mg | 90mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.398mg | 0.091mg | 24% |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 2.83mg | 20% |
| Vitamin K | 19.5µg | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.61g | 3.389g | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 0.173mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 14% | |
| Folate | 47µg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 566mg | 313mg | 11% |
| Fats | 19.81g | 12.84g | 11% |
| Protein | 15.79g | 10.74g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.134g | 4.685g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 7% | |
| Starch | 13.53g | 6% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.175mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 30mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.215mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.013mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 3.261g | 4.25g | 4% |
| Calories | 302kcal | 233kcal | 3% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 39mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.14mg | 0.18mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0g | 1.73g | 2% |
| Potassium | 252mg | 169mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 15.09g | 18.55g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0.2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 15.09g | 16.75g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.08g | 4.22g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.114g | 0.507g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.374mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.345mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.762mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.593mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.208mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.461mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.416mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.253mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.296g | 0.275g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.025g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.105g | 2.757g | 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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21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.14g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.989g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Burger King Whopper is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Burger King Whopper contains less Sodium (difference - 253mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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