KFC Fried Chicken vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between KFC Fried Chicken and Cheeseburger
- KFC Fried Chicken has more Phosphorus, however, Cheeseburger is higher in Iron, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B1, Zinc, Vitamin B2, Fiber, and Vitamin B6.
- KFC Fried Chicken covers your daily need of Sodium 23% more than Cheeseburger.
- KFC Fried Chicken has 2 times more Cholesterol than Cheeseburger. While KFC Fried Chicken has 82mg of Cholesterol, Cheeseburger has only 43mg.
- Cheeseburger has less Sodium.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Skin and Breading and Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain.
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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 | +24.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +56.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +208% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +35.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +186.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +14% |
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 EVitamin E | +130.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +61.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +284.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +266.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +84.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +62.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +137.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.17 g
Fats:
28.01 g
Carbs:
18.79 g
Water:
35.52 g
Other:
3.51 g
Protein:
16.51 g
Fats:
14.72 g
Carbs:
28.03 g
Water:
38.63 g
Other:
2.11 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +90.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +66.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +49.2% |
~equal in
Water
~38.63g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.343 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
14.448 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.375 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.473 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.413 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.658 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +166.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +224.2% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~6.473g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
16.72 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
19.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.76 g
Fructose:
1.94 g
Lactose:
0.72 g
Maltose:
0.46 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +18.8% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~equal in
Sucrose
~0g
~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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 384kcal | 308kcal |
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| Protein | 14.17g | 16.51g |
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| Fats | 28.01g | 14.72g |
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| Net carbs | 18.79g | 26.03g |
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| Carbs | 18.79g | 28.03g |
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| Cholesterol | 82mg | 43mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 25mg | 26mg |
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| Calcium | 117mg | 119mg |
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| Potassium | 244mg | 196mg |
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| Iron | 0.88mg | 2.71mg |
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| Sugar | 0g | 4.88g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 2g |
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| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.111mg |
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| Zinc | 0.87mg | 2.49mg |
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| Starch | 16.72g | 19.87g |
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| Phosphorus | 252mg | 161mg |
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| Sodium | 1042mg | 515mg |
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| Vitamin A | 66IU | 254IU |
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| Vitamin A | 20µg | 50µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.2mg | 0.52mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.298mg | 0.316mg |
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| Selenium | 17.2µg | 19.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.293mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.197mg | 0.363mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.42mg | 5.217mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 0.545mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.14mg | 0.228mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.32µg | 0.76µg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.2µg |
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| Folate | 70µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.214g | 0.57g |
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| Choline | 28.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.343g | 6.473g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 14.448g | 5.413g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.375g | 1.658g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.108mg | 0.155mg |
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| Threonine | 0.467mg | 0.571mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.416mg | 0.755mg |
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| Leucine | 0.864mg | 1.316mg |
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| Lysine | 0.615mg | 0.784mg |
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| Methionine | 0.205mg | 0.377mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.542mg | 0.755mg |
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| Valine | 0.516mg | 0.881mg |
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| Histidine | 0.337mg | 0.445mg |
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| Fructose | 0g | 1.94g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.764g | 0.125g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | 0.015g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.023g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g | 1.322g |
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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
25%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.13g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheeseburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 39mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheeseburger contains less Sodium (difference - 527mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)