Jerky vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between jerky and chicken sandwich
- Jerky has more zinc, iron, vitamin B12, phosphorus, folate, and copper; however, chicken sandwich has more vitamin B3 and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for zinc for jerky is 68% higher.
- Chicken sandwich has 8 times less vitamin B12 than jerky. Jerky has 0.99µg of vitamin B12, while chicken sandwich has 0.13µg.
- Chicken sandwich is lower in saturated fat.
- Chicken sandwich has a higher glycemic index than jerky.
Food types used in this article are Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles.
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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 | +112.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +143.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +206.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +238.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1229.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +120% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +190% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +97.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +86% |
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 DVitamin D | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +661.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +185.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +209.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +391.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +49.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +111.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +345.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +636.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +114% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +269.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
33.2 g
Fats:
25.6 g
Carbs:
11 g
Water:
23.36 g
Other:
6.84 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +103.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +128.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +153.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +89.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +109.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.305 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.011 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +152.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -80.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +214.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Zinc | 8.11mg | 0.61mg | 68% |
| Sodium | 2081mg | 753mg | 58% |
| Iron | 5.42mg | 1.77mg | 46% |
| Saturated fat | 10.85g | 2.123g | 40% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.732mg | 7.72mg | 37% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.99µg | 0.13µg | 36% |
| Protein | 33.2g | 16.28g | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 407mg | 185mg | 32% |
| Fats | 25.6g | 11.19g | 22% |
| Folate | 134µg | 47µg | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.163mg | 1.2mg | 21% |
| Copper | 0.227mg | 0.067mg | 18% |
| Selenium | 10.7µg | 19.9µg | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.305g | 4.481g | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg | 0.383mg | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.011g | 3.177g | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 0.49mg | 2.41mg | 13% |
| Choline | 109.1mg | 35.3mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.142mg | 0.3mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 597mg | 245mg | 10% |
| Calories | 410kcal | 250kcal | 8% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.154mg | 0.23mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 51mg | 24mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.111mg | 0.219mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 8.5µg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 35mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 58mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 11g | 20.89g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 1.4g | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 11IU | 5IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.2g | 19.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | 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
35%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 1328mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.727g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken sandwich is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins