Hamburger vs. Chicken fingers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Hamburger and Chicken fingers
- Hamburger is higher in Vitamin B12, Iron, Zinc, and Folate, however, Chicken fingers are richer in Phosphorus, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B6.
- Hamburger's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 53% higher.
- Hamburger has 4 times more Zinc than Chicken fingers. While Hamburger has 2.87mg of Zinc, Chicken fingers have only 0.71mg.
- Chicken fingers have less Saturated Fat.
The food types used in this comparison are Fast foods, hamburger; double, regular, patty; plain and Fast foods, chicken tenders.
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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 | +500% |
| Contains more IronIron | +294.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +31.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +304.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -46.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +40% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +65% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +107.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +97.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +39.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +800% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +194.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +53.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +301.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +109.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
17.08 g
Fats:
14.36 g
Carbs:
24.1 g
Water:
42.67 g
Other:
1.79 g
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +39.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +64.2% |
~equal in
Fats
~13.95g
~equal in
Water
~46.64g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
5.096 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.495 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.38 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +13.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -51.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1421.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.22 g
Glucose:
1.16 g
Fructose:
2.03 g
Lactose:
0.13 g
Maltose:
0.6 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
17.03 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +81.8% |
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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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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| Calories | 295kcal | 271kcal |
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| Protein | 17.08g | 19.22g |
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| Fats | 14.36g | 13.95g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 23.2g | 16.05g |
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| Carbs | 24.1g | 17.25g |
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| Cholesterol | 47mg | 48mg |
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| Vitamin D | 7IU |
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| Magnesium | 20mg | 28mg |
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| Calcium | 102mg | 17mg |
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| Potassium | 226mg | 373mg |
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| Iron | 2.88mg | 0.73mg |
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| Sugar | 4.15g | 0.4g |
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| Fiber | 0.9g | 1.2g |
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| Copper | 0.091mg | 0.069mg |
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| Zinc | 2.87mg | 0.71mg |
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| Starch | 17.03g |
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| Phosphorus | 136mg | 282mg |
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| Sodium | 414mg | 769mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 11IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 3.17mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.217mg | 0.228mg |
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| Selenium | 17.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.217mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 0.179mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.365mg | 8.217mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 1.244mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.203mg | 0.426mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.44µg | 0.16µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8µg |
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| Folate | 56µg | 19µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.814g | 0.052g |
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| Choline | 43.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 5.096g | 2.493g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.495g | 4.83g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.38g | 5.783g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.206mg | 0.222mg |
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| Threonine | 0.666mg | 0.803mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.716mg | 0.845mg |
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| Leucine | 1.319mg | 1.553mg |
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| Lysine | 1.226mg | 1.616mg |
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| Methionine | 0.37mg | 0.518mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.677mg | 1.437mg |
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| Valine | 0.823mg | 0.908mg |
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| Histidine | 0.505mg | 0.655mg |
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| Fructose | 2.03g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g |
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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
38%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hamburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 355mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken fingers is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.75g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chicken fingers is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.603g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken fingers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers 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.