Chicken sandwich vs. Barbecue chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chicken sandwich and barbecue chicken
- Chicken sandwich has more vitamin B5, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, vitamin E, vitamin B3, and iron, while barbecue chicken has more vitamin B12 and zinc.
- Barbecue chicken covers your daily need for cholesterol, 31% more than chicken sandwich.
- Chicken sandwich contains 8 times more vitamin B5 than barbecue chicken. While chicken sandwich contains 1.2mg of vitamin B5, barbecue chicken contains only 0.152mg.
- The amount of sodium in barbecue chicken is lower.
- Barbecue chicken has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of barbecue chicken is 10, while the glycemic index of chicken sandwich is 74.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles and Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, thigh meat and skin.
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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 | +14.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +262.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +86.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4280% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +191.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +10.6% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +423.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +318.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +32.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +34.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +689.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +100.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +487.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +566.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +261.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +78.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
22.51 g
Fats:
15.08 g
Carbs:
0.12 g
Water:
61.41 g
Other:
0.88 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +17308.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +206.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +38.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +34.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.927 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.446 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.038 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -45.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +55.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +43.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
16.5 g
Sucrose:
1.15 g
Glucose:
0.79 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.04 g
Glucose:
0.04 g
Fructose:
0.04 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +2775% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +1875% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +2325% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 35mg | 127mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.2mg | 0.152mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 753mg | 335mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.383mg | 0.191mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.23mg | 0.055mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.13µg | 0.47µg | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 2.41mg | 0.46mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.72mg | 5.732mg | 12% |
| Protein | 16.28g | 22.51g | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.61mg | 1.78mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.77mg | 0.95mg | 10% |
| Folate | 47µg | 8µg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.219mg | 0.005mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.177g | 2.038g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.123g | 3.927g | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 8.5µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 0g | 7% |
| Carbs | 20.89g | 0.12g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 0g | 6% |
| Fats | 11.19g | 15.08g | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.227mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.481g | 6.446g | 5% |
| Choline | 35.3mg | 62.9mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 185mg | 218mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 19.9µg | 22µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 58mg | 16mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 20µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 0.04g | 1% |
| Calories | 250kcal | 226kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.077mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 19.49g | 0.12g | N/A |
| Potassium | 245mg | 255mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.64g | 0.12g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.03g | 0.078g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.173mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.657mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.853mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.549mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.75mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.565mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.69mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.935mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.592mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0.011g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
44%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 92mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.804g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Barbecue chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.52g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Barbecue chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 418mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barbecue chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 64)
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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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.