Fast food vs. Hummus — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between fast food and hummus
- Fast food is higher in vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, and vitamin B1, yet hummus is higher in copper, manganese, and fiber.
- Hummus covers your daily copper needs 45% more than fast food.
- The amount of cholesterol in hummus is lower.
- The glycemic index of hummus is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Hummus, commercial.
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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 | +63.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +25.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -12.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +680.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +163% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +15.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +335.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +31.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +116.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +76.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +467.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +865.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +301.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +109.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +25.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +120.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +73.2% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +19.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -68% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +115.1% |
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.527mg | 45% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 0µg | 37% |
| Selenium | 20.3µg | 2.6µg | 32% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 0.582mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.064mg | 23% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.773mg | 18% |
| Protein | 16.52g | 7.9g | 17% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 6g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 1.437g | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 3.613g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.18mg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 71mg | 10% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 0.132mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3.06mg | 2.44mg | 8% |
| Calories | 297kcal | 166kcal | 7% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Phosphorus | 134mg | 176mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 14.29g | 6% |
| Zinc | 2.52mg | 1.83mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Fats | 12.01g | 9.6g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 3% | |
| Sodium | 331mg | 379mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 4.039g | 2% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 38mg | 2% |
| Folate | 80µg | 83µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 197mg | 228mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 8.29g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | 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 | 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 lower in Cholesterol?
Hummus is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hummus is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hummus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.056g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hummus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 48mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Fast food is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
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.