KFC Fried Chicken vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between KFC Fried Chicken and Fast food
- KFC Fried Chicken has more Phosphorus, and Vitamin B5, while Fast food has more Iron, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B1, Zinc, and Vitamin B2.
- KFC Fried Chicken's daily need coverage for Sodium is 31% higher.
- Fast food contains 2 times less Cholesterol than KFC Fried Chicken. KFC Fried Chicken contains 82mg of Cholesterol, while Fast food contains 33mg.
- The amount of Sodium in Fast food is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Skin and Breading and Fast foods, hamburger; 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 CalciumCalcium | +88.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +23.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +88.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +247.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +47.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +189.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -68.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +19.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +18% |
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 AVitamin A | +29.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +215.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +66% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +296.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +84.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +51.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +178.1% |
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:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +133.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +130.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +67.6% |
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Water
~38.45g
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
4.493 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +198.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +219.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -29.2% |
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:
22.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.05 g
Fructose:
2.27 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.57 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +36.8% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Sucrose
~0g
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Lactose
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Galactose
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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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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 384kcal | 297kcal |
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| Protein | 14.17g | 16.52g |
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| Fats | 28.01g | 12.01g |
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| Net carbs | 18.79g | 29.8g |
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| Carbs | 18.79g | 31.5g |
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| Cholesterol | 82mg | 33mg |
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| Vitamin D | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 25mg | 27mg |
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| Calcium | 117mg | 62mg |
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| Potassium | 244mg | 197mg |
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| Iron | 0.88mg | 3.06mg |
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| Sugar | 0g | 4.88g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 1.7g |
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| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.121mg |
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| Zinc | 0.87mg | 2.52mg |
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| Starch | 16.72g | 22.87g |
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| Phosphorus | 252mg | 134mg |
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| Sodium | 1042mg | 331mg |
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| Vitamin A | 66IU | 51IU |
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| Vitamin A | 20µg | 9µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.2mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.298mg | 0.357mg |
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| Selenium | 17.2µg | 20.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.317mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.197mg | 0.363mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 5.42mg | 5.617mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 0.53mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.14mg | 0.212mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.32µg | 0.89µg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.9µg |
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| Folate | 80µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.214g | 0.514g |
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| Choline | 34.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.343g | 4.493g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 14.448g | 4.835g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.375g | 1.68g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.108mg | 0.144mg |
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| Threonine | 0.467mg | 0.46mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.416mg | 0.642mg |
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| Leucine | 0.864mg | 1.13mg |
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| Lysine | 0.615mg | 0.785mg |
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| Methionine | 0.205mg | 0.306mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.542mg | 0.67mg |
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| Valine | 0.516mg | 0.728mg |
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| Histidine | 0.337mg | 0.402mg |
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| Fructose | 0g | 2.27g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.764g | 0.121g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.009g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.023g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g | 1.391g |
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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%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fast food is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 49mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 711mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fast food is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.85g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
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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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.