Fast food vs. Arrowroot — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between fast food and arrowroot
- Fast food is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, zinc, and vitamin B1, yet arrowroot is richer in folate.
- Daily need coverage for folate for arrowroot is 65% higher.
- Arrowroot contains less cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Arrowroot, raw.
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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 | +933.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +37.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +300% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +36.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +105.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2800% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +130.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +121.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +515.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +231.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +81.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +25.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +322.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +289.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5905% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +135.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +110% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +120775% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1726.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 80µg | 338µg | 65% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 0µg | 37% |
| Selenium | 20.3µg | 0.7µg | 36% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 1.693mg | 25% |
| Protein | 16.52g | 4.24g | 25% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.059mg | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 0.039g | 20% |
| Fats | 12.01g | 0.2g | 18% |
| Zinc | 2.52mg | 0.63mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.143mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 331mg | 26mg | 13% |
| Calories | 297kcal | 65kcal | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 0.004g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 0.092g | 11% |
| Iron | 3.06mg | 2.22mg | 11% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.174mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 197mg | 454mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 6mg | 6% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 13.39g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 0.292mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 134mg | 98mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.266mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 3% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.9mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.3g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 12.09g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 25mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.121mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.13mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.785mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.728mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | N/A |
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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fast food is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Arrowroot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Arrowroot is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Arrowroot contains less Sodium (difference - 305mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Arrowroot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.454g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Arrowroot is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)