Fast food vs. Brussels sprouts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between fast food and Brussels sprouts
- Fast food is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, iron, zinc, and vitamin B1, yet Brussels sprouts are higher in vitamin K and vitamin C.
- Brussels sprouts cover your daily vitamin K needs 143% more than fast food.
- The amount of saturated fat in Brussels sprouts is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Brussels sprouts, 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +17.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +47.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +118.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +72.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +500% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +94.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1168.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +97.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.4% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +128.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +303.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +654% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +71.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +31.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +80.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +322.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +131.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +3512.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
Protein:
3.38 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
8.95 g
Water:
86 g
Other:
1.37 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +388.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3903.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +252% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +123.7% |
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Other
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.062 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
153 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +20921.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +9007.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
22.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.05 g
Fructose:
2.27 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.57 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.46 g
Glucose:
0.81 g
Fructose:
0.93 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +153.1% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +144.1% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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Lactose
~0g
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Galactose
~0g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 153g | 1009% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 177µg | 143% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 85mg | 94% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 0µg | 37% |
| Selenium | 20.3µg | 1.6µg | 34% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 0.745mg | 30% |
| Protein | 16.52g | 3.38g | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.09mg | 21% |
| Iron | 3.06mg | 1.4mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 0.062g | 20% |
| Zinc | 2.52mg | 0.42mg | 19% |
| Fats | 12.01g | 0.3g | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.139mg | 15% |
| Calories | 297kcal | 43kcal | 13% |
| Sodium | 331mg | 25mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 0.023g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Phosphorus | 134mg | 69mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 8.95g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 3.8g | 8% |
| Potassium | 197mg | 389mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.07mg | 6% |
| Folate | 80µg | 61µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 0.309mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 0.88mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 38µg | 3% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 19.1mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 0.93g | 2% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 42mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.337mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.219mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 5.15g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | 2.2g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0.12mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.13mg | 0.152mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.785mg | 0.154mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0.032mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.728mg | 0.155mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0.076mg | 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%
73%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fast food is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is cheaper?
Fast food is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fast food is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brussels sprouts is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Brussels sprouts is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brussels sprouts contains less Sodium (difference - 306mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brussels sprouts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.431g)
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.