Chicken McNuggets vs. Submarine sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chicken McNuggets and submarine sandwich
- Chicken McNuggets have more phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and vitamin B5; however, submarine sandwich is higher in calcium, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, iron, manganese, and vitamin C.
- Chicken McNuggets cover your daily need for phosphorus, 23% more than submarine sandwich.
- Chicken McNuggets have 2 times more vitamin B6 than submarine sandwich. While chicken McNuggets have 0.398mg of vitamin B6, submarine sandwich has only 0.203mg.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS and Fast foods, submarine sandwich, cold cut on white bread with lettuce and tomato.
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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 | +20% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +142.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1454.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +103.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +71.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +78% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +152.9% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +71.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +58.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +96.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +525% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +114.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +142.7% |
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:
10.52 g
Fats:
10.04 g
Carbs:
20.43 g
Water:
56.51 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +50.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +97.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +14.7% |
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
3.554 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.716 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.927 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +118.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +191.1% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~3.554g
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:
15.67 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.23 g
Fructose:
1.4 g
Lactose:
0.08 g
Maltose:
0.47 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 19.9µg | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.61g | 1.927g | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 272mg | 112mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.4mg | 4.323mg | 19% |
| Folate | 66µg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 11mg | 171mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.343mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.398mg | 0.203mg | 15% |
| Fats | 19.81g | 10.04g | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.267mg | 12% |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 1.81mg | 12% |
| Protein | 15.79g | 10.52g | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.134g | 3.716g | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.14mg | 0.354mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 0.555mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 7.5mg | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 27mg | 6% |
| Starch | 15.67g | 6% | |
| Choline | 29.1mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.22µg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 5% | |
| Vitamin K | 4.5µg | 4% | |
| Calories | 302kcal | 213kcal | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 1.05mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.084mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.41mg | 3% | |
| Fructose | 0g | 1.4g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 22µg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 15.09g | 20.43g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 3.261g | 3.554g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 252mg | 282mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.09g | 19.23g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.08g | 3.18g | N/A |
| Sodium | 566mg | 575mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.114g | 0.119g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.1mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.331mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.752mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.491mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.21mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.431mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.501mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.301mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.296g | 0.104g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.025g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 0.013g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | 0.048g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.105g | 1.665g | 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 lower in Cholesterol?
Submarine sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Submarine sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Submarine sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Submarine sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.1g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken McNuggets contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.293g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)