KFC Fried Chicken vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between kFC Fried Chicken and cheeseburgers
- KFC Fried Chicken has more phosphorus; however, cheeseburgers are higher in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin B1, zinc, vitamin B2, fiber, and vitamin B6.
- KFC Fried Chicken covers your daily need for sodium, 23% more than cheeseburgers.
- KFC Fried Chicken has 2 times more cholesterol than cheeseburgers. While kFC Fried Chicken has 82mg of cholesterol, cheeseburgers have only 43mg.
- Cheeseburgers have 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 | +150% |
| 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% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.375g | 1.658g | 25% |
| Iron | 0.88mg | 2.71mg | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 14.448g | 5.413g | 23% |
| Sodium | 1042mg | 515mg | 23% |
| Fats | 28.01g | 14.72g | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.293mg | 18% |
| Folate | 70µg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.32µg | 0.76µg | 18% |
| Zinc | 0.87mg | 2.49mg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 43mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 161mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.197mg | 0.363mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2g | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.14mg | 0.228mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 0.545mg | 7% |
| Protein | 14.17g | 16.51g | 5% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin E | 1.2mg | 0.52mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 17.2µg | 19.6µg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 4% | |
| Calories | 384kcal | 308kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 50µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 18.79g | 28.03g | 3% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.111mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 0g | 1.94g | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.298mg | 0.316mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 6.343g | 6.473g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 244mg | 196mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.42mg | 5.217mg | 1% |
| Starch | 16.72g | 19.87g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 18.79g | 26.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 26mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 117mg | 119mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 4.88g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.214g | 0.57g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.108mg | 0.155mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.467mg | 0.571mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.416mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.864mg | 1.316mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.615mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.205mg | 0.377mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.542mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.516mg | 0.881mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.337mg | 0.445mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.764g | 0.125g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.023g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g | 1.322g | 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
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42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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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 ($)