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Hamburger vs. McGriddles — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are Hamburger and McGriddles different?

  • Hamburger is richer in Vitamin B12, Zinc, Iron, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B2, while McGriddles are higher in Phosphorus.
  • Hamburger covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 49% more than McGriddles.
  • Hamburger contains 4 times more Zinc than McGriddles. Hamburger contains 2.87mg of Zinc, while McGriddles contain 0.76mg.
  • McGriddles are lower in Cholesterol.

Fast foods, hamburger; double, regular, patty; plain and McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES types were used 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 Calcium +61.9%
Contains more Iron +102.8%
Contains more Magnesium +42.9%
Contains more Potassium +55.9%
Contains less Sodium -43.8%
Contains more Zinc +277.6%
Contains more Copper +15.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +132.4%
Equal in Manganese - 0.198
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 31% 108% 15% 59% 20% 54% 79% 31% 29% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 19% 54% 10% 136% 13% 97% 21% 27% 26% 0%
Contains more Calcium +61.9%
Contains more Iron +102.8%
Contains more Magnesium +42.9%
Contains more Potassium +55.9%
Contains less Sodium -43.8%
Contains more Zinc +277.6%
Contains more Copper +15.2%
Contains more Phosphorus +132.4%
Equal in Manganese - 0.198

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B2 +60.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +74.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +88%
Contains more Folate +51.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +433.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +23.9%
Equal in Vitamin B1 - 0.209
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 55% 58% 101% 19% 47% 43% 180% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 53% 36% 58% 24% 25% 28% 34% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +60.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +74.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +88%
Contains more Folate +51.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +433.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +23.9%
Equal in Vitamin B1 - 0.209

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +103.1%
Contains more Fats +23.7%
Contains more Carbs +29.7%
Contains more Other +38%
Equal in Water - 40.11
17% 14% 24% 43% 2%
Protein: 17.08 g
Fats: 14.36 g
Carbs: 24.1 g
Water: 42.67 g
Other: 1.79 g
8% 18% 31% 40% 2%
Protein: 8.41 g
Fats: 17.76 g
Carbs: 31.25 g
Water: 40.11 g
Other: 2.47 g
Contains more Protein +103.1%
Contains more Fats +23.7%
Contains more Carbs +29.7%
Contains more Other +38%
Equal in Water - 40.11

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +37.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +581.8%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 5.435
46% 50% 3%
Saturated Fat: 5.096 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5.495 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.38 g
35% 48% 17%
Saturated Fat: 5.435 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 7.532 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.591 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +37.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +581.8%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 5.435

Carbohydrate type comparison

Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Fructose +1350%
Contains more Maltose +25%
Contains more Sucrose +2700%
Contains more Glucose +237.1%
Contains more Lactose +315.4%
5% 28% 49% 3% 14%
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
55% 35% 5% 4%
Starch: 0 g
Sucrose: 6.16 g
Glucose: 3.91 g
Fructose: 0.14 g
Lactose: 0.54 g
Maltose: 0.48 g
Galactose: 0 g
Contains more Fructose +1350%
Contains more Maltose +25%
Contains more Sucrose +2700%
Contains more Glucose +237.1%
Contains more Lactose +315.4%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Hamburger McGriddles Opinion
Net carbs 23.2g 30.25g McGriddles
Protein 17.08g 8.41g Hamburger
Fats 14.36g 17.76g McGriddles
Carbs 24.1g 31.25g McGriddles
Calories 295kcal 312kcal McGriddles
Fructose 2.03g 0.14g Hamburger
Sugar 4.15g 11.23g Hamburger
Fiber 0.9g 1g McGriddles
Calcium 102mg 63mg Hamburger
Iron 2.88mg 1.42mg Hamburger
Magnesium 20mg 14mg Hamburger
Phosphorus 136mg 316mg McGriddles
Potassium 226mg 145mg Hamburger
Sodium 414mg 737mg Hamburger
Zinc 2.87mg 0.76mg Hamburger
Copper 0.091mg 0.079mg Hamburger
Manganese 0.217mg 0.198mg Hamburger
Vitamin B1 0.217mg 0.209mg Hamburger
Vitamin B2 0.25mg 0.156mg Hamburger
Vitamin B3 5.365mg 3.082mg Hamburger
Vitamin B5 0.31mg 0.384mg McGriddles
Vitamin B6 0.203mg 0.108mg Hamburger
Folate 56µg 37µg Hamburger
Vitamin B12 1.44µg 0.27µg Hamburger
Tryptophan 0.206mg Hamburger
Threonine 0.666mg Hamburger
Isoleucine 0.716mg Hamburger
Leucine 1.319mg Hamburger
Lysine 1.226mg Hamburger
Methionine 0.37mg Hamburger
Phenylalanine 0.677mg Hamburger
Valine 0.823mg Hamburger
Histidine 0.505mg Hamburger
Cholesterol 47mg 24mg McGriddles
Trans Fat 0.814g 0.956g Hamburger
Saturated Fat 5.096g 5.435g Hamburger
Monounsaturated Fat 5.495g 7.532g McGriddles
Polyunsaturated fat 0.38g 2.591g McGriddles

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Hamburger McGriddles
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
42%
Hamburger
21%
McGriddles
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
42%
Hamburger
40%
McGriddles

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McGriddles
McGriddles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McGriddles
McGriddles is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hamburger
Hamburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.08g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hamburger
Hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 323mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Hamburger
Hamburger is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.339g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hamburger
Hamburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hamburger
Hamburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. McGriddles - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172059/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.