Fast food vs. Wheat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between fast food and wheat
- Fast food has more vitamin B12 and vitamin B2; however, wheat is higher in selenium, manganese, phosphorus, copper, magnesium, vitamin B6, and zinc.
- Wheat covers your daily need for selenium, 126% more than fast food.
- Wheat has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of fast food is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain and Wheat, durum.
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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 | +82.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +433.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +118.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +15% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +357% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +65.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +279.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +743.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +340.4% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +86% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +32.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +76.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +97.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +20.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +386.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +251.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +125.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1305.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +71.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -89.9% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 20.3µg | 89.4µg | 126% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 3.012mg | 115% |
| Phosphorus | 134mg | 508mg | 53% |
| Copper | 0.121mg | 0.553mg | 48% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.89µg | 0µg | 37% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 144mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.363mg | 0.121mg | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 4.493g | 0.454g | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.212mg | 0.419mg | 16% |
| Fats | 12.01g | 2.47g | 15% |
| Zinc | 2.52mg | 4.16mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 331mg | 2mg | 14% |
| Carbs | 31.5g | 71.13g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 33mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.835g | 0.344g | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.317mg | 0.419mg | 9% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Folate | 80µg | 43µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.53mg | 0.935mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 7% | |
| Potassium | 197mg | 431mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.617mg | 6.738mg | 7% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.06mg | 3.52mg | 6% |
| Protein | 16.52g | 13.68g | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.68g | 0.978g | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 62mg | 34mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 3% | |
| Calories | 297kcal | 339kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 29.8g | 71.13g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0.176mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0.366mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 0.533mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.13mg | 0.934mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.785mg | 0.303mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0.221mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0.681mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.728mg | 0.594mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0.322mg | 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
43%
34%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
168%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wheat is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wheat is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wheat contains less Sodium (difference - 329mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wheat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.039g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wheat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wheat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Fast food is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins