Chicken sandwich vs. Wendy's hamburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Chicken sandwich and Wendy's hamburger
- Chicken sandwich has more Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B5, and Phosphorus, while Wendy's hamburger has more Vitamin B12, Zinc, Iron, and Copper.
- Wendy's hamburger's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 55% higher.
- Wendy's hamburger contains 4 times less Vitamin B5 than Chicken sandwich. Chicken sandwich contains 1.2mg of Vitamin B5, while Wendy's hamburger contains 0.336mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Wendy's hamburger is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles and WENDY'S, CLASSIC SINGLE Hamburger, 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 CalciumCalcium | +70.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +25.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +79.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +17.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +54.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +107.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +304.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.5% |
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 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +46.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +139.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +257.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +236% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +19.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1015.4% |
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:
12.63 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
16.82 g
Water:
58.41 g
Other:
1.54 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +28.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +24.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +75.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.4% |
~equal in
Fats
~10.6g
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
3.689 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.077 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.55 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -42.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +105% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~4.077g
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:
11.52 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.14 g
Fructose:
1.32 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.22 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +43.2% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +231.8% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +44.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +36.1% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 250kcal | 213kcal |
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| Protein | 16.28g | 12.63g |
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| Fats | 11.19g | 10.6g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 0.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 19.49g | 15.52g |
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| Carbs | 20.89g | 16.82g |
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| Cholesterol | 35mg | 35mg | |
| Vitamin D | 5IU |
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| Magnesium | 24mg | 18mg |
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| Calcium | 58mg | 34mg |
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| Potassium | 245mg | 195mg |
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| Iron | 1.77mg | 2.73mg |
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| Sugar | 3.64g |
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| Fiber | 1.4g | 1.3g |
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| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.139mg |
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| Zinc | 0.61mg | 2.47mg |
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| Starch | 16.5g | 11.52g |
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| Phosphorus | 185mg | 103mg |
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| Sodium | 753mg | 395mg |
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| Vitamin A | 32IU |
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| Vitamin A | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 2.41mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.219mg | 0.187mg |
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| Selenium | 19.9µg | 18.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.23mg | 0.275mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.205mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 7.72mg | 3.225mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 1.2mg | 0.336mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.383mg | 0.114mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.13µg | 1.45µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.5µg | 9µg |
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| Folate | 47µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.03g |
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| Choline | 35.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.123g | 3.689g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.481g | 4.077g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.177g | 1.55g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.133mg |
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| Threonine | 0.459mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.459mg |
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| Leucine | 0.827mg |
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| Lysine | 0.769mg |
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| Methionine | 0.24mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.461mg |
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| Valine | 0.524mg |
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| Histidine | 0.301mg |
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| Fructose | 0.97g | 1.32g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g |
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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
45%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wendy's hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 358mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.566g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (35 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)