Coleslaw vs. McDonald's Big Mac — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between coleslaw and mcDonald's Big Mac
- Coleslaw is richer in vitamin C, yet mcDonald's Big Mac is richer in vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B3, zinc, phosphorus, vitamin B2, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mcDonald's Big Mac is 36% higher.
- Coleslaw contains 37 times more vitamin C than mcDonald's Big Mac. Coleslaw contains 14.6mg of vitamin C, while mcDonald's Big Mac contains 0.4mg.
- Coleslaw contains less sodium.
- Coleslaw has a lower glycemic index than mcDonald's Big Mac.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, coleslaw and McDONALD'S, BIG MAC.
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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 | -55.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +150% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +286.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +40.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +809.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +553.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1264.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +510% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +102% |
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 | +3550% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +576.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +945% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1542.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +8700% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.95 g
Fats:
9.91 g
Carbs:
14.89 g
Water:
73.42 g
Other:
0.83 g
Protein:
11.82 g
Fats:
14.96 g
Carbs:
20.08 g
Water:
51.3 g
Other:
1.84 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +43.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1144.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +51% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +34.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +121.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.599 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.671 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.348 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.803 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.306 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -58% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1647.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +30.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
8.96 g
Glucose:
1.69 g
Fructose:
1.44 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.09 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.46 g
Glucose:
1.04 g
Fructose:
1.69 g
Lactose:
0.32 g
Maltose:
0.49 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +1847.8% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +62.5% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +17.4% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Starch
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 70.9µg | 59% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0.88µg | 36% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.348g | 0.306g | 34% |
| Iron | 0.22mg | 2mg | 22% |
| Protein | 0.95g | 11.82g | 22% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.206mg | 3.384mg | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 14.6mg | 0.4mg | 16% |
| Zinc | 0.14mg | 1.91mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 20mg | 122mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.02mg | 0.209mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.176mg | 13% |
| Folate | 46µg | 12% | |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 36mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 203mg | 460mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.599g | 3.803g | 10% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 116mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.112mg | 9% | |
| Copper | 0.015mg | 0.098mg | 9% |
| Fats | 9.91g | 14.96g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.246mg | 5% | |
| Calories | 153kcal | 257kcal | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.102mg | 0.206mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 8mg | 20mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 14.89g | 20.08g | 2% |
| Potassium | 129mg | 181mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.671g | 3.474g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 1.6g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12.99g | 18.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 12.19g | 3.97g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.037g | 0.588g | N/A |
| Fructose | 1.44g | 1.69g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.279g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.979g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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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 - 8.22g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coleslaw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coleslaw contains less Sodium (difference - 257mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Coleslaw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.204g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coleslaw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
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.