Chicken sandwich vs. Pork — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between chicken sandwich and pork
- Chicken sandwich has more vitamin B3, vitamin E, and iron; however, pork has more vitamin B1, selenium, vitamin B12, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B1 for pork is 54% higher.
- Pork has 12 times less sodium than chicken sandwich. Chicken sandwich has 753mg of sodium, while pork has 62mg.
- Chicken sandwich has a higher glycemic index than pork.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles and Pork, fresh, loin, whole, separable lean and fat, cooked, broiled.
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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 | +205.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +103.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2333.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +72.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +291.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +33% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +127.6% |
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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +731% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +53.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +71.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +840% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +1200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +281.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +21.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +438.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +166% |
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:
27.32 g
Fats:
13.92 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
57.87 g
Other:
0.89 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +203.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +67.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +24.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.2% |
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
5.23 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.19 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.2 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +164.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +38.1% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.23mg | 0.877mg | 54% |
| Selenium | 19.9µg | 45.3µg | 46% |
| Sodium | 753mg | 62mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.13µg | 0.7µg | 24% |
| Protein | 16.28g | 27.32g | 22% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.72mg | 5.037mg | 17% |
| Zinc | 0.61mg | 2.39mg | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 80mg | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 2.41mg | 0.29mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.123g | 5.23g | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.177g | 1.2g | 13% |
| Folate | 47µg | 5µg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.77mg | 0.87mg | 11% |
| Choline | 35.3mg | 93.9mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.2mg | 0.698mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 185mg | 246mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.219mg | 0.009mg | 9% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 7% | |
| Carbs | 20.89g | 0g | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 8.5µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1.3µg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 0g | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 53IU | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.383mg | 0.464mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 245mg | 423mg | 5% |
| Fats | 11.19g | 13.92g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.481g | 6.19g | 4% |
| Calcium | 58mg | 19mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.321mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.073mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 28mg | 1% |
| Calories | 250kcal | 242kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 0.6mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 19.49g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.64g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.338mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.234mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.26mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.177mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.446mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.712mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.086mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.473mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 1.067mg | 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 | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | 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%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
55%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pork is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pork contains less Sodium (difference - 691mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pork is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 45mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.107g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken sandwich is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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