Fast food vs. Waffle — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between fast food and waffle
- Fast food is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, zinc, vitamin B6, iron, and folate, yet waffle is richer in selenium and calcium.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for waffle is 47% higher.
- Fast food contains 4 times more vitamin B6 than waffle. Fast food contains 0.212mg of vitamin B6, while waffle contains 0.056mg.
- Waffle contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Waffles, plain, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +42.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +23.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +32.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +95.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +270.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -35.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +34.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +311.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +41.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +127.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +20.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +171% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +278.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +256% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +73.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +622.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +109.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +17.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +103.9% |
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Carbs
~32.9g
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Water
~42g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +37.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +303.9% |
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 Saturated fat |
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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 vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 20.3µg | 46.2µg | 47% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 6.785g | 34% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 0.25µg | 27% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 2.073mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 255mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 2.52mg | 0.68mg | 17% |
| Protein | 16.52g | 7.9g | 17% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 69mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.056mg | 12% |
| Iron | 3.06mg | 2.31mg | 9% |
| Folate | 80µg | 46µg | 9% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Phosphorus | 134mg | 190mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 331mg | 511mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 2.866g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 7% | |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.062mg | 7% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 65µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.263mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.265mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 3.521g | 3% |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 3% | |
| Fats | 12.01g | 14.1g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 19mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 197mg | 159mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.347mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 0.485mg | 1% |
| Calories | 297kcal | 291kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 32.9g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 32.9g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0.099mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0.289mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 0.362mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.13mg | 0.63mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.785mg | 0.384mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0.179mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0.395mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.728mg | 0.409mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0.187mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0.006g | 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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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66%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Waffle is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Waffle is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.627g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fast food is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 180mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fast food is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
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.