Hash browns vs. McDonald's Big Mac — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Hash browns and McDonald's Big Mac
- Hash browns have more Vitamin C, however, McDonald's Big Mac is higher in Vitamin B12, Iron, Zinc, Vitamin B2, Calcium, Vitamin B3, and Folate.
- McDonald's Big Mac covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 37% more than Hash browns.
- Hash browns have 14 times more Vitamin C than McDonald's Big Mac. While Hash browns have 5.4mg of Vitamin C, McDonald's Big Mac has only 0.4mg.
- Hash browns have less Saturated Fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty and McDONALD'S, BIG MAC.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +96.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +510.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +233.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +430.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +24.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -18.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +30.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +1250% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +9300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +28.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +84.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +283.3% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.58 g
Fats:
17.04 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
49.27 g
Other:
2.23 g
Protein:
11.82 g
Fats:
14.96 g
Carbs:
20.08 g
Water:
51.3 g
Other:
1.84 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +13.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +43.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +21.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +358.1% |
~equal in
Water
~51.3g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.54 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.827 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.665 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.803 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.306 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -33.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +125.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1751.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
25.74 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.31 g
Fructose:
0.24 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.46 g
Glucose:
1.04 g
Fructose:
1.69 g
Lactose:
0.32 g
Maltose:
0.49 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +235.5% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +604.2% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 272kcal | 257kcal |
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| Protein | 2.58g | 11.82g |
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| Fats | 17.04g | 14.96g |
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| Vitamin C | 5.4mg | 0.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 26.18g | 18.48g |
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| Carbs | 28.88g | 20.08g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 36mg |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 20mg |
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| Calcium | 19mg | 116mg |
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| Potassium | 355mg | 181mg |
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| Iron | 0.6mg | 2mg |
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| Sugar | 0.56g | 3.97g |
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| Fiber | 2.7g | 1.6g |
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| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.098mg |
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| Zinc | 0.36mg | 1.91mg |
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| Starch | 25.74g |
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| Phosphorus | 98mg | 122mg |
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| Sodium | 566mg | 460mg |
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| Vitamin A | 2IU | 188IU |
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| Vitamin E | 2.62mg |
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| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.206mg |
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| Selenium | 0.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.137mg | 0.176mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.038mg | 0.209mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.838mg | 3.384mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.186mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.88µg |
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| Vitamin K | 9.9µg |
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| Folate | 12µg | 46µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.056g | 0.588g |
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| Choline | 17.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.54g | 3.803g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.827g | 3.474g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.665g | 0.306g |
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| Fructose | 0.24g | 1.69g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.441g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.03g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.131g |
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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
20%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's Big Mac contains less Sodium (difference - 106mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hash browns is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hash browns is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.41g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Hash browns is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.263g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hash browns is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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