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Fettuccine vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between fettuccine and cheeseburgers

  • Fettuccine contains less vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B2, zinc, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B1, and folate than cheeseburgers.
  • Cheeseburgers' daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 32% higher.
  • The amount of sodium in fettuccine is lower.
  • Fettuccine has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of fettuccine is 47, while the glycemic index of cheeseburgers is 66.

The food types used in this comparison are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 4.3% 8.4% 15% 23% 0% 2.7% 11% 22% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 19% 36% 17% 102% 37% 68% 69% 67% 41% 107%
Contains less SodiumSodium -67.8%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +333.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +325%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +16.7%
Contains more IronIron +351.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +2390%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +544%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 9% 0% 23% 16% 34% 0% 12% 0% 0% 4.5% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 17% 10% 1.5% 73% 84% 98% 33% 53% 95% 11% 53% 16%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +15.6%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +225.6%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +418.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +189.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +356%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +1066.7%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
6% 3% 14% 75% 2%
Protein: 6.2 g
Fats: 2.7 g
Carbs: 14 g
Water: 75.2 g
Other: 1.9 g
17% 15% 28% 39% 2%
Protein: 16.51 g
Fats: 14.72 g
Carbs: 28.03 g
Water: 38.63 g
Other: 2.11 g
Contains more WaterWater +94.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +166.3%
Contains more FatsFats +445.2%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +100.2%
Contains more OtherOther +11.1%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
41% 41% 18%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.4 g
48% 40% 12%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 6.473 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.413 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.658 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -86.1%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +501.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +314.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Fettuccine Cheeseburger
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Fettuccine Cheeseburger DV% diff.
Selenium 19.6µg 36%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.76µg 32%
Iron 0.6mg 2.71mg 26%
Saturated fat 0.9g 6.473g 25%
Vitamin B2 0.07mg 0.363mg 23%
Zinc 0.1mg 2.49mg 22%
Vitamin B3 1.8mg 5.217mg 21%
Protein 6.2g 16.51g 21%
Phosphorus 25mg 161mg 19%
Fats 2.7g 14.72g 18%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg 0.293mg 17%
Folate 6µg 70µg 16%
Sodium 166mg 515mg 15%
Manganese 0.316mg 14%
Vitamin B6 0.05mg 0.228mg 14%
Copper 0.111mg 12%
Vitamin B5 0.545mg 11%
Monounsaturated fat 0.9g 5.413g 11%
Calories 99kcal 308kcal 10%
Cholesterol 14mg 43mg 10%
Calcium 28mg 119mg 9%
Starch 19.87g 8%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.4g 1.658g 8%
Vitamin A 50µg 6%
Choline 28.9mg 5%
Magnesium 6mg 26mg 5%
Carbs 14g 28.03g 5%
Vitamin K 4.2µg 4%
Fructose 1.94g 2%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.1µg 1%
Potassium 168mg 196mg 1%
Net carbs 12g 26.03g N/A
Vitamin D 0IU 2IU 0%
Sugar 1.3g 4.88g N/A
Fiber 2g 2g 0%
Vitamin E 0.45mg 0.52mg 0%
Trans fat 0g 0.57g N/A
Tryptophan 0.155mg 0%
Threonine 0.571mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.755mg 0%
Leucine 1.316mg 0%
Lysine 0.784mg 0%
Methionine 0.377mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.755mg 0%
Valine 0.881mg 0%
Histidine 0.445mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.005g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.125g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.01g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.015g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.004g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 1.322g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Fettuccine Cheeseburger
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
7%
Fettuccine
42%
Cheeseburger
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Fettuccine
56%
Cheeseburger

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.58g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine contains less Sodium (difference - 349mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.573g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in vitamins

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Cheeseburger - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170690/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.