Falafel vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between falafel and chicken sandwich
- Falafel has more copper, iron, manganese, and magnesium; however, chicken sandwich is richer in vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin B6, and vitamin B5.
- Chicken sandwich covers your daily vitamin B3 needs 42% more than falafel.
- Chicken sandwich has 4 times less copper than falafel. Falafel has 0.258mg of copper, while chicken sandwich has 0.067mg.
- Falafel contains less sodium.
- Chicken sandwich has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of chicken sandwich is 74, while the glycemic index of falafel is 33.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Falafel, home-prepared and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles.
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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 | +241.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +138.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +93.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +285.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +145.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +215.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1890% |
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 | +100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +97.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +57.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +80.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +639.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +311% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +206.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.31 g
Fats:
17.8 g
Carbs:
31.84 g
Water:
34.62 g
Other:
2.43 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +59.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +52.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +22.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +41.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.383 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.16 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +127% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +30.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -10.9% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.044mg | 7.72mg | 42% |
| Selenium | 1µg | 19.9µg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.258mg | 0.067mg | 21% |
| Iron | 3.42mg | 1.77mg | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.691mg | 0.219mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 294mg | 753mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.125mg | 0.383mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.292mg | 1.2mg | 18% |
| Vitamin E | 2.41mg | 16% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 10.171g | 4.481g | 14% |
| Magnesium | 82mg | 24mg | 14% |
| Folate | 93µg | 47µg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 35mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 585mg | 245mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.166mg | 0.3mg | 10% |
| Fats | 17.8g | 11.19g | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.5mg | 0.61mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.146mg | 0.23mg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 7% | |
| Vitamin K | 8.5µg | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.16g | 3.177g | 7% |
| Protein | 13.31g | 16.28g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 6% | |
| Choline | 35.3mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.13µg | 5% |
| Calories | 333kcal | 250kcal | 4% |
| Carbs | 31.84g | 20.89g | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 1% | |
| Phosphorus | 192mg | 185mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 5IU | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 2.383g | 2.123g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 31.84g | 19.49g | N/A |
| Calcium | 54mg | 58mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.64g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.492mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.567mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.944mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.856mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.707mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.562mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.364mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 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
17%
44%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Falafel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Falafel is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Falafel contains less Sodium (difference - 459mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Falafel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Falafel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.26g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken sandwich is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins