Fast food vs. Broth — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between fast food and broth?
- Fast food is higher in iron, vitamin B1,2, zinc, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, and copper, yet broth is higher in choline, selenium, and calcium.
- Broth's daily need coverage for sodium is 1024% more.
- The amount of sodium in fast food is lower.
- The glycemic index of broth is lower.
We used Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry 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 more IronIron | +197.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2700% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +138% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +107.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +201.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +56.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +23.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +37.9% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +217% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +128.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +112% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +196.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +21.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +18.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +13.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +233.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +74.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1593.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +15.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +3135.5% |
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Protein
~16.66g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -23.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +10.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +166.7% |
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 Cholesterol |
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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 minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 331mg | 23875mg | 1024% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 0.3µg | 25% |
| Iron | 3.06mg | 1.03mg | 25% |
| Zinc | 2.52mg | 0.09mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 2.46mg | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 4.48g | 19% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.1mg | 18% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 114.6mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 20.3µg | 28µg | 14% |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 187mg | 13% |
| Folate | 80µg | 32µg | 12% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.1mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.15mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 13mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 0g | 7% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 56mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.43mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 3.43g | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 134mg | 166mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 18.01g | 4% |
| Fats | 12.01g | 13.88g | 3% |
| Potassium | 197mg | 309mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 3% | |
| Calories | 297kcal | 267kcal | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 5.36g | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 0.46mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Protein | 16.52g | 16.66g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 18.01g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | 17.36g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | 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 | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 0g | 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
43%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
352%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fast food is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.48g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 23544mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Broth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Broth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.063g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Broth is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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.