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Kielbasa vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between kielbasa and cheeseburgers

  • Kielbasa has more vitamin C, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat; however, cheeseburgers are higher in iron, fiber, and vitamin A.
  • Kielbasa covers your daily need for sodium, 30% more than cheeseburgers.
  • Cheeseburgers have less sodium.
  • The glycemic index of cheeseburgers is higher.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Kielbasa, Polish, turkey and beef, smoked 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 0% 0% 47% 0% 0% 0% 157% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 19% 36% 17% 102% 37% 68% 69% 67% 41% 107%
Contains more IronIron +118.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -57.1%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 49% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 17% 10% 1.5% 73% 84% 98% 33% 53% 95% 11% 53% 16%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
13% 18% 4% 62% 3%
Protein: 13.1 g
Fats: 17.6 g
Carbs: 3.9 g
Water: 62 g
Other: 3.4 g
17% 15% 28% 39% 2%
Protein: 16.51 g
Fats: 14.72 g
Carbs: 28.03 g
Water: 38.63 g
Other: 2.11 g
Contains more FatsFats +19.6%
Contains more WaterWater +60.5%
Contains more OtherOther +61.1%
Contains more ProteinProtein +26%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +618.7%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
37% 49% 14%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 6.23 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.33 g
48% 40% 12%
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 +52.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +40.5%
~equal in Saturated fat ~6.473g

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Kielbasa Cheeseburger
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Kielbasa Cheeseburger DV% diff.
Selenium 19.6µg 36%
Vitamin B3 5.217mg 33%
Vitamin B12 0.76µg 32%
Sodium 1200mg 515mg 30%
Vitamin B2 0.363mg 28%
Vitamin B1 0.293mg 24%
Zinc 2.49mg 23%
Phosphorus 161mg 23%
Iron 1.24mg 2.71mg 18%
Folate 70µg 18%
Vitamin B6 0.228mg 18%
Vitamin C 14.8mg 0mg 16%
Manganese 0.316mg 14%
Copper 0.111mg 12%
Calcium 119mg 12%
Vitamin B5 0.545mg 11%
Cholesterol 70mg 43mg 9%
Starch 19.87g 8%
Fiber 0g 2g 8%
Carbs 3.9g 28.03g 8%
Monounsaturated fat 8.27g 5.413g 7%
Protein 13.1g 16.51g 7%
Potassium 196mg 6%
Vitamin A 0µg 50µg 6%
Magnesium 26mg 6%
Choline 28.9mg 5%
Vitamin K 4.2µg 4%
Polyunsaturated fat 2.33g 1.658g 4%
Calories 226kcal 308kcal 4%
Fats 17.6g 14.72g 4%
Vitamin E 0.52mg 3%
Fructose 1.94g 2%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 1%
Saturated fat 6.23g 6.473g 1%
Net carbs 3.9g 26.03g N/A
Vitamin D 2IU 0%
Sugar 0g 4.88g N/A
Trans fat 0.57g N/A
Tryptophan 0.155mg 0%
Threonine 0.571mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.755mg 0%
Leucine 1.316mg 0%
Lysine 0.784mg 0%
Methionine 0.377mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.755mg 0%
Valine 0.881mg 0%
Histidine 0.445mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.005g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.125g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.01g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.015g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.004g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 1.322g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Kielbasa Cheeseburger
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
4%
Kielbasa
42%
Cheeseburger
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
Kielbasa
56%
Cheeseburger

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kielbasa
Kielbasa is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kielbasa
Kielbasa is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.243g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kielbasa
Kielbasa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger contains less Sodium (difference - 685mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in vitamins

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Kielbasa - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174607/nutrients
  2. Cheeseburger - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170690/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.