French fries vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between French fries and Chicken sandwich
- French fries have more Potassium, and Fiber, however, Chicken sandwich is richer in Selenium, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B5, Iron, and Phosphorus.
- Chicken sandwich covers your daily Selenium needs 35% more than French fries.
- Chicken sandwich has 3 times less Fiber than French fries. French fries have 3.8g of Fiber, while Chicken sandwich has 1.4g.
- French fries contain less Sodium.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles.
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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 | +45.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +136.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +85.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -72.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +12.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +222.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +118.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +22% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +48% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2111.1% |
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 CVitamin C | +487.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +31.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +44.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +35.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +669.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +157% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +106.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +56.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +31.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +98.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +374.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +45.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.336 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +33.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +69.9% |
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Saturated Fat
~2.123g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 312kcal | 250kcal |
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| Protein | 3.43g | 16.28g |
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| Fats | 14.73g | 11.19g |
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| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 0.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 37.64g | 19.49g |
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| Carbs | 41.44g | 20.89g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 35mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 5IU |
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| Magnesium | 35mg | 24mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 58mg |
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| Potassium | 579mg | 245mg |
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| Iron | 0.81mg | 1.77mg |
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| Sugar | 0.3g | 3.64g |
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| Fiber | 3.8g | 1.4g |
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| Copper | 0.124mg | 0.067mg |
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| Zinc | 0.5mg | 0.61mg |
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| Starch | 16.5g |
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| Phosphorus | 125mg | 185mg |
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| Sodium | 210mg | 753mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 32IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 2.41mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.247mg | 0.219mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 19.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.23mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.3mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 7.72mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 1.2mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.383mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.13µg |
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| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 8.5µg |
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| Folate | 30µg | 47µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.06g | 0.03g |
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| Choline | 36.8mg | 35.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.336g | 2.123g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.969g | 4.481g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.398g | 3.177g |
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| Fructose | 0.97g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g | 0.197g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g | 2.884g |
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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
27%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.34g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 543mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
French fries is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.213g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich 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.