Hot dog vs. KFC Fried Chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between hot dogs and kFC Fried Chicken
- Hot dogs have more vitamin B12; however, kFC Fried Chicken has more vitamin B3, vitamin B5, manganese, selenium, vitamin E, phosphorus, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for hot dogs is 52% higher.
Food types used in this article are Frankfurter, meat and KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Skin and Breading.
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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 | +23.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +18.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +66.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +18.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +562.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +37.6% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +18.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +390.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +531.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +45.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +62.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +103.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +183.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.26 g
Fats:
25.76 g
Carbs:
4.17 g
Water:
56.31 g
Other:
3.5 g
Protein:
14.17 g
Fats:
28.01 g
Carbs:
18.79 g
Water:
35.52 g
Other:
3.51 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +58.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +38.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +350.6% |
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Fats
~28.01g
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Other
~3.51g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.666 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.386 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.404 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.343 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
14.448 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.375 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -17.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +26.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +22% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.57µg | 0.32µg | 52% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.665mg | 5.42mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 0.88mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.045mg | 0.298mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 12.5µg | 17.2µg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.386g | 14.448g | 8% |
| Protein | 10.26g | 14.17g | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 206mg | 252mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1.2mg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.72g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.404g | 5.375g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 7.666g | 6.343g | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.121mg | 0.197mg | 6% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 384kcal | 5% |
| Carbs | 4.17g | 18.79g | 5% |
| Zinc | 1.2mg | 0.87mg | 3% |
| Fats | 25.76g | 28.01g | 3% |
| Iron | 1.09mg | 0.88mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 244mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 1090mg | 1042mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 77mg | 82mg | 2% |
| Folate | 6µg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 25mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.166mg | 0.14mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 20µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 99mg | 117mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.082mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 4.17g | 18.79g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.214g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.111mg | 0.108mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.474mg | 0.467mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.53mg | 0.416mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.907mg | 0.864mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.963mg | 0.615mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.291mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.445mg | 0.542mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.555mg | 0.516mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.331mg | 0.337mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.764g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.023g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g | 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
27%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
KFC Fried Chicken contains less Sodium (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.323g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hot dog is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hot dog is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
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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