Fast food vs. McDonald's Filet-O-Fish — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are fast food and mcDonald's Filet-O-Fish different?
- Fast food is higher in vitamin B3, iron, vitamin B2, zinc, folate, vitamin B1, and copper; however, mcDonald's Filet-O-Fish is richer in selenium and vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for fast food is 21% higher.
- Fast food contains 4 times more zinc than mcDonald's Filet-O-Fish. While fast food contains 2.52mg of zinc, mcDonald's Filet-O-Fish contains only 0.58mg.
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish has less saturated fat.
Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and McDONALD'S, FILET-O-FISH are the varieties used 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 | +96.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +83.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +334.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +36.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +93.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +25.6% |
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 | +50.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +179.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +153% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +281% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +207.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +21.3% |
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:
11.26 g
Fats:
14.64 g
Carbs:
26.39 g
Water:
45.76 g
Other:
1.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +46.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +19.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +21.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +28.3% |
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
2.833 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.005 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.952 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +20.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +254.3% |
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:
0.1 g
Glucose:
1 g
Fructose:
1.93 g
Lactose:
0.2 g
Maltose:
0.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +105% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +17.6% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +32.6% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
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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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 5.952g | 28% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 2.22mg | 21% |
| Iron | 3.06mg | 1.56mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.13mg | 18% |
| Zinc | 2.52mg | 0.58mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 16% | |
| Folate | 80µg | 21µg | 15% |
| Protein | 16.52g | 11.26g | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 11% | |
| Selenium | 20.3µg | 25.5µg | 9% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.211mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 1.08µg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 2.833g | 8% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 120mg | 6% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.066mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 1.17mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 331mg | 434mg | 4% |
| Fats | 12.01g | 14.64g | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.262mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 26.39g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 4.005g | 2% |
| Calories | 297kcal | 282kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 1% | |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 1.4g | 1% |
| Potassium | 197mg | 220mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 24.99g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 32mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 27mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | 3.67g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 134mg | 137mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4.9µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | 0.128g | 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% | |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 1.93g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.061g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | 0.614g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.024g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | 5.106g | N/A |
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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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.21g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.66g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 103mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
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.