Ground beef vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between ground beef and chicken sandwich?
- Ground beef is higher in vitamin B12 and zinc, yet chicken sandwich is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin E, vitamin B1, vitamin B5, and folate.
- Ground beef's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 98% more.
- Ground beef has 10 times more zinc than chicken sandwich. While ground beef has 5.84mg of zinc, chicken sandwich has only 0.61mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in chicken sandwich is lower.
- The glycemic index of ground beef is lower.
We used Beef, ground, 70% lean meat / 30% fat, loaf, cooked, baked and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles types in this article.
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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 IronIron | +28.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +17.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +857.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +41.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +75.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2333.3% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +1815.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +107.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1908.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +351% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +75.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +91.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +134.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +23.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +193.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +571.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
23.87 g
Fats:
15.37 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
58.37 g
Other:
2.39 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +46.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +37.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.073 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.322 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.408 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 | +63.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -65% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +678.7% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.49µg | 0.13µg | 98% |
| Zinc | 5.84mg | 0.61mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 73mg | 753mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.026mg | 7.72mg | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 6.073g | 2.123g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 35mg | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.408g | 3.177g | 18% |
| Protein | 23.87g | 16.28g | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.23mg | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 2.41mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.512mg | 1.2mg | 14% |
| Folate | 7µg | 47µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.171mg | 0.3mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0.219mg | 9% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 7% | |
| Choline | 73.2mg | 35.3mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 0g | 20.89g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.322g | 4.481g | 7% |
| Iron | 2.27mg | 1.77mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.4g | 6% |
| Fats | 15.37g | 11.19g | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.311mg | 0.383mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 2.9µg | 8.5µg | 5% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 58mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 166mg | 185mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 24mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 19.1µg | 19.9µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.067mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Calories | 241kcal | 250kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 19.49g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 5IU | 0% |
| Potassium | 241mg | 245mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 1.173g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.121mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.923mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.055mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.861mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.976mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.614mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.931mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.172mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.775mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ground beef is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ground beef contains less Sodium (difference - 680mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ground beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.95g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken sandwich is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins