Hamburger vs. Cinnamon roll — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between hamburgers and cinnamon roll
- Hamburgers have more vitamin B12, zinc, iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and vitamin B2; however, cinnamon roll has more calcium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for hamburgers is 53% higher.
- Cinnamon roll has 9 times less cholesterol than hamburgers. Hamburgers have 47mg of cholesterol, while cinnamon roll has 5mg.
- Hamburgers have a higher glycemic index than cinnamon roll.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, hamburger; double, regular, patty; plain and Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns).
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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 | +42.9% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +121.6% |
Contains more IronIron | +110.2% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +46.8% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +441.5% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +79.4% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +34.6% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +81.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +123.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +434.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +800% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +28.6% |
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:
4.45 g
Fats:
26.61 g
Carbs:
48.6 g
Water:
18.98 g
Other:
1.36 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +283.8% |
Contains more WaterWater | +124.8% |
Contains more OtherOther | +31.6% |
Contains more FatsFats | +85.3% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +101.7% |
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
12.649 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.723 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.676 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59.7% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +58.7% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +867.4% |
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:
16.39 g
Sucrose:
20.11 g
Glucose:
3.05 g
Fructose:
1.11 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
Contains more FructoseFructose | +82.9% |
Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
Contains more SucroseSucrose | +9040.9% |
Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +162.9% |
Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +138.3% |
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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 Sugar |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Rich in minerals |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in price | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B12 | 1.44µg | 0.16µg | 53% |
Saturated fat | 5.096g | 12.649g | 34% |
Protein | 17.08g | 4.45g | 25% |
Selenium | 13µg | 24% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.38g | 3.676g | 22% |
Zinc | 2.87mg | 0.53mg | 21% |
Fats | 14.36g | 26.61g | 19% |
Vitamin B3 | 5.365mg | 2.404mg | 19% |
Iron | 2.88mg | 1.37mg | 19% |
Cholesterol | 47mg | 5mg | 14% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.203mg | 0.038mg | 13% |
Vitamin K | 15.2µg | 13% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 0.138mg | 9% |
Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 8% | |
Calories | 295kcal | 452kcal | 8% |
Calcium | 102mg | 183mg | 8% |
Monounsaturated fat | 5.495g | 8.723g | 8% |
Carbs | 24.1g | 48.6g | 8% |
Starch | 16.39g | 7% | |
Sodium | 414mg | 305mg | 5% |
Folate | 56µg | 72µg | 4% |
Potassium | 226mg | 102mg | 4% |
Manganese | 0.217mg | 0.292mg | 3% |
Copper | 0.091mg | 0.062mg | 3% |
Choline | 10.6mg | 2% | |
Fructose | 2.03g | 1.11g | 1% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 0.337mg | 1% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.217mg | 0.211mg | 1% |
Fiber | 0.9g | 1.2g | 1% |
Magnesium | 20mg | 14mg | 1% |
Phosphorus | 136mg | 131mg | 1% |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
Net carbs | 23.2g | 47.4g | N/A |
Sugar | 4.15g | 25.7g | N/A |
Trans fat | 0.814g | 0.295g | N/A |
Tryptophan | 0.206mg | 0.068mg | 0% |
Threonine | 0.666mg | 0.176mg | 0% |
Isoleucine | 0.716mg | 0.226mg | 0% |
Leucine | 1.319mg | 0.41mg | 0% |
Lysine | 1.226mg | 0.215mg | 0% |
Methionine | 0.37mg | 0.104mg | 0% |
Phenylalanine | 0.677mg | 0.264mg | 0% |
Valine | 0.823mg | 0.255mg | 0% |
Histidine | 0.505mg | 0.126mg | 0% |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.225g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.352g | N/A |
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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%

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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%

37%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Hamburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.55g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Hamburger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.553g)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Hamburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Cinnamon roll is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 42mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Cinnamon roll contains less Sodium (difference - 109mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Cinnamon roll is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.