Coca-Cola vs. McDonald's Big Mac — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Coca-Cola and mcDonald's Big Mac?
- McDonald's Big Mac is richer than Coca-Cola in vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B3, zinc, vitamin B2, phosphorus, and vitamin B1.
- McDonald's Big Mac's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 37% more.
- The amount of sodium in Coca-Cola is lower.
We used Beverages, carbonated, cola, fast-food cola and McDONALD'S, BIG MAC types in this article.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -99.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +5700% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +8950% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1718.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +9700% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +9450% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1120% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +10200% |
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 CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.07 g
Fats:
0.02 g
Carbs:
9.56 g
Water:
90.31 g
Other:
0.04 g
Protein:
11.82 g
Fats:
14.96 g
Carbs:
20.08 g
Water:
51.3 g
Other:
1.84 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +76% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16785.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +74700% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +110% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +4500% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 37kcal | 257kcal |
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| Protein | 0.07g | 11.82g |
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| Fats | 0.02g | 14.96g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 9.56g | 18.48g |
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| Carbs | 9.56g | 20.08g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 36mg |
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| Magnesium | 0mg | 20mg |
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| Calcium | 2mg | 116mg |
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| Potassium | 2mg | 181mg |
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| Iron | 0.11mg | 2mg |
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| Sugar | 8.97g | 3.97g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 1.6g |
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| Copper | 0.001mg | 0.098mg |
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| Zinc | 0.02mg | 1.91mg |
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| Phosphorus | 10mg | 122mg |
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| Sodium | 4mg | 460mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 188IU |
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| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.206mg |
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| Selenium | 0.1µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.176mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.209mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 3.384mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.88µg |
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| Folate | 0µg | 46µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.588g |
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| Choline | 0.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0g | 3.803g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 3.474g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.306g |
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| Fructose | 1.69g |
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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
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24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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36%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
McDonald's Big Mac is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in Sugar (difference - 5g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coca-Cola is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coca-Cola contains less Sodium (difference - 456mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Coca-Cola is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.803g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coca-Cola is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.