Fast food vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Fast food and Fish sandwich
- Fish sandwich has less Vitamin B3, Iron, Zinc, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B12, and Folate.
- Fast food's daily need coverage for Vitamin B3 is 22% more.
- Fast food has 5 times more Zinc than Fish sandwich. Fast food has 2.52mg of Zinc, while Fish sandwich has 0.49mg.
- Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce.
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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 | +67.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +104% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +61.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +414.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -45% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +35.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12.8% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +51% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +159.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +161.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +43.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +202.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +30.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +73.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +19% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +70.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +44.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +177.6% |
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:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +60.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +40.1% |
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Fats
~12.45g
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
1.949 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +86.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -56.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +272.4% |
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 g
Glucose:
1.2 g
Fructose:
1.47 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.87 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +70.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +54.4% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +52.6% |
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Sucrose
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Lactose
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Galactose
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 297kcal | 257kcal |
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| Protein | 16.52g | 10.29g |
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| Fats | 12.01g | 12.45g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 29.8g | 25.69g |
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| Carbs | 31.5g | 26.69g |
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| Cholesterol | 33mg | 35mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU | 9IU |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 25mg |
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| Calcium | 62mg | 37mg |
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| Potassium | 197mg | 206mg |
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| Iron | 3.06mg | 1.5mg |
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| Sugar | 4.88g | 3.53g |
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| Fiber | 1.7g | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.075mg |
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| Zinc | 2.52mg | 0.49mg |
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| Starch | 22.87g |
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| Phosphorus | 134mg | 116mg |
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| Sodium | 331mg | 602mg |
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| Vitamin A | 51IU | 87IU |
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| Vitamin A | 9µg | 6µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 0.55mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.264mg |
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| Selenium | 20.3µg | 18µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.21mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 2.15mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 0.37mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.07mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 0.68µg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 13.6µg |
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| Folate | 80µg | 46µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.514g | 0.08g |
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| Choline | 34.4mg | 28.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.493g | 1.949g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.835g | 2.595g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 6.257g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.144mg |
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| Threonine | 0.46mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.642mg |
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| Leucine | 1.13mg |
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| Lysine | 0.785mg |
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| Methionine | 0.306mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg |
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| Valine | 0.728mg |
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| Histidine | 0.402mg |
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| Fructose | 2.27g | 1.47g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0.029g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.064g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | 0.489g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.023g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | 5.561g |
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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%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fish sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.35g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.544g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fish sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fast food is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 271mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fast food is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.