Chicken sandwich vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between chicken sandwich and french fries
- Chicken sandwich has more selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, iron, and phosphorus; however, french fries are richer in potassium and fiber.
- Chicken sandwich covers your daily selenium needs 35% more than french fries.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles and Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil.
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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 | +222.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +118.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +22% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +48% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2111.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +45.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +136.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +85.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -72.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +12.8% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +44.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +35.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +669.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +157% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +106.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +56.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +487.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +31.8% |
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:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +374.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +45.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +31.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +98.4% |
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
2.336 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +33.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +69.9% |
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Saturated fat
~2.336g
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 19.9µg | 0.9µg | 35% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.72mg | 3.004mg | 29% |
| Protein | 16.28g | 3.43g | 26% |
| Sodium | 753mg | 210mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.039mg | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.177g | 5.398g | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.2mg | 0.58mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1.77mg | 0.81mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 0mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 245mg | 579mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 3.8g | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 185mg | 125mg | 9% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 7% | |
| Carbs | 20.89g | 41.44g | 7% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.124mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.13µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 2.41mg | 1.67mg | 5% |
| Fats | 11.19g | 14.73g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.23mg | 0.17mg | 5% |
| Folate | 47µg | 30µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 58mg | 18mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.481g | 5.969g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 4.7mg | 4% |
| Calories | 250kcal | 312kcal | 3% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 35mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 8.5µg | 11.2µg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.219mg | 0.247mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 2.123g | 2.336g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 0IU | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.383mg | 0.372mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.61mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 19.49g | 37.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.64g | 0.3g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.03g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Choline | 35.3mg | 36.8mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g | 0.407g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | 4.898g | 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
44%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.34g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 543mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
French fries is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.213g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
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.