Fast food vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between fast food and candy bar
- Fast food is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, iron, and vitamin B1, yet candy bar is richer in vitamin B6, copper, manganese, phosphorus, vitamin E, and magnesium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for candy bar is 11753% higher.
- Candy bar has a lower glycemic index than fast food.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Candies, peanut bar.
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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 | +215.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +331.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +307.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +25.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +106.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +539.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +56.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +129.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -52.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +248.2% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +159.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +17% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +978.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +41% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +56.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +72069.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +2303.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +180.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +50.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +18.4% |
~equal in
Protein
~15.5g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +245.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +533.9% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~4.678g
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 153mg | 11753% |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.774mg | 73% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 10.65g | 60% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 1.243mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 0µg | 37% |
| Fats | 12.01g | 33.7g | 33% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 16.721g | 30% |
| Selenium | 20.3µg | 4.7µg | 28% |
| Iron | 3.06mg | 0.97mg | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 134mg | 308mg | 25% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 4.1mg | 25% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 110mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.1mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.14mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 7.922mg | 14% |
| Zinc | 2.52mg | 3.94mg | 13% |
| Calories | 297kcal | 522kcal | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 4.1g | 10% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Sodium | 331mg | 156mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 197mg | 407mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 0.83mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 47.4g | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 3% | |
| Calcium | 62mg | 78mg | 2% |
| Protein | 16.52g | 15.5g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 4.678g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Folate | 80µg | 75µg | 1% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 29.4mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | 42.22g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0.149mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0.52mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 0.534mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.13mg | 0.986mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.785mg | 0.545mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0.787mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.728mg | 0.638mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0.385mg | 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%
2748%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fast food is lower in Sugar (difference - 37.34g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fast food is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.185g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 175mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)