Hot dog vs. Marinara sauce — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between hot dogs and marinara sauce?
- Hot dogs are richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, selenium, and zinc, yet marinara sauce is richer in vitamin E, vitamin A, and vitamin B3.
- Hot dogs' daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 65% higher.
- Hot dogs have 45 times more saturated fat than marinara sauce. Hot dogs have 7.666g of saturated fat, while marinara sauce has 0.17g.
We used Frankfurter, meat and Sauce, pasta, spaghetti/marinara, ready-to-serve, low sodium types in this comparison.
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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 | +266.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +39.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +19.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +500% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +505.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1036.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +20% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +109.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +204.4% |
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 | +129.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +98.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1163.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +47% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +116.7% |
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:
1.41 g
Fats:
1.48 g
Carbs:
8.06 g
Water:
87.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +627.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1640.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +110.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +93.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +55.2% |
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
0.17 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.377 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.508 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2920.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +766.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.8% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.57µg | 0µg | 65% |
| Sodium | 1090mg | 30mg | 46% |
| Fats | 25.76g | 1.48g | 37% |
| Saturated fat | 7.666g | 0.17g | 34% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.386g | 0.377g | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.404g | 0.508g | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 206mg | 34mg | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 77mg | 2mg | 25% |
| Selenium | 12.5µg | 1.1µg | 21% |
| Protein | 10.26g | 1.41g | 18% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 2.4mg | 15% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 51kcal | 12% |
| Vitamin K | 13.9µg | 12% | |
| Zinc | 1.2mg | 0.2mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.665mg | 3.917mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.8g | 7% |
| Calcium | 99mg | 27mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 152mg | 319mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.121mg | 0.061mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.09mg | 0.78mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 33µg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.045mg | 0.137mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.024mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.081mg | 2% |
| Folate | 6µg | 13µg | 2% |
| Choline | 13.7mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 2mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.166mg | 0.173mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 4.17g | 8.06g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.17g | 6.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.5g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.474mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.53mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.907mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.963mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.291mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.445mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.555mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.331mg | 0% |
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
27%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
15%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Marinara sauce is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 75mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Marinara sauce contains less Sodium (difference - 1060mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Marinara sauce is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.496g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Marinara sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Marinara sauce is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hot dog is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.5g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hot dog is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)