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Kielbasa vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Kielbasa and Chicken sandwich?

  • Kielbasa is richer in Vitamin C, and Monounsaturated Fat, yet Chicken sandwich is richer in Iron, Fiber, and Polyunsaturated fat.
  • Kielbasa's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 21% higher.
  • Kielbasa has 19 times more Vitamin C than Chicken sandwich. Kielbasa has 14.8mg of Vitamin C, while Chicken sandwich has 0.8mg.
  • Chicken sandwich contains less Saturated Fat.

We used Kielbasa, Polish, turkey and beef, smoked and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles types in this comparison.

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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 Iron +42.7%
Contains less Sodium -37.3%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 0% 47% 0% 0% 0% 157% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 18% 67% 18% 80% 22% 99% 17% 23% 29% 109%
Contains more Iron +42.7%
Contains less Sodium -37.3%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin C +1750%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 50% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 2% 49% 3% 3% 58% 70% 145% 72% 89% 36% 17% 22%
Contains more Vitamin C +1750%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Fats +57.3%
Contains more Water +26.7%
Contains more Other +25.9%
Contains more Protein +24.3%
Contains more Carbs +435.6%
13% 18% 4% 62% 3%
Protein: 13.1 g
Fats: 17.6 g
Carbs: 3.9 g
Water: 62 g
Other: 3.4 g
16% 11% 21% 49% 3%
Protein: 16.28 g
Fats: 11.19 g
Carbs: 20.89 g
Water: 48.94 g
Other: 2.7 g
Contains more Fats +57.3%
Contains more Water +26.7%
Contains more Other +25.9%
Contains more Protein +24.3%
Contains more Carbs +435.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +84.6%
Contains less Saturated Fat -65.9%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +36.4%
37% 49% 14%
Saturated Fat: 6.23 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.33 g
22% 46% 32%
Saturated Fat: 2.123 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 3.177 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +84.6%
Contains less Saturated Fat -65.9%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +36.4%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Kielbasa Chicken sandwich Opinion
Net carbs 3.9g 19.49g Chicken sandwich
Protein 13.1g 16.28g Chicken sandwich
Fats 17.6g 11.19g Kielbasa
Carbs 3.9g 20.89g Chicken sandwich
Calories 226kcal 250kcal Chicken sandwich
Starch 16.5g Chicken sandwich
Fructose 0.97g Chicken sandwich
Sugar 0g 3.64g Kielbasa
Fiber 0g 1.4g Chicken sandwich
Calcium 58mg Chicken sandwich
Iron 1.24mg 1.77mg Chicken sandwich
Magnesium 24mg Chicken sandwich
Phosphorus 185mg Chicken sandwich
Potassium 245mg Chicken sandwich
Sodium 1200mg 753mg Chicken sandwich
Zinc 0.61mg Chicken sandwich
Copper 0.067mg Chicken sandwich
Manganese 0.219mg Chicken sandwich
Selenium 19.9µg Chicken sandwich
Vitamin A 0IU 32IU Chicken sandwich
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 3µg Chicken sandwich
Vitamin E 2.41mg Chicken sandwich
Vitamin D 5IU Chicken sandwich
Vitamin D 0.1µg Chicken sandwich
Vitamin C 14.8mg 0.8mg Kielbasa
Vitamin B1 0.23mg Chicken sandwich
Vitamin B2 0.3mg Chicken sandwich
Vitamin B3 7.72mg Chicken sandwich
Vitamin B5 1.2mg Chicken sandwich
Vitamin B6 0.383mg Chicken sandwich
Folate 47µg Chicken sandwich
Vitamin B12 0.13µg Chicken sandwich
Vitamin K 8.5µg Chicken sandwich
Cholesterol 70mg 35mg Chicken sandwich
Trans Fat 0.03g Kielbasa
Saturated Fat 6.23g 2.123g Chicken sandwich
Omega-3 - DHA 0.003g Chicken sandwich
Omega-3 - EPA 0.003g Chicken sandwich
Omega-3 - DPA 0.003g Chicken sandwich
Monounsaturated Fat 8.27g 4.481g Kielbasa
Polyunsaturated fat 2.33g 3.177g Chicken sandwich
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.006g Chicken sandwich
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 2.884g Chicken sandwich
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.009g Chicken sandwich
Omega-3 - ALA 0.197g Chicken sandwich
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.008g Chicken sandwich

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Kielbasa Chicken sandwich
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
47%
Chicken sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
Kielbasa
48%
Chicken sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kielbasa
Kielbasa is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kielbasa
Kielbasa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken sandwich
Chicken sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 447mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken sandwich
Chicken sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chicken sandwich
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.107g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken sandwich
Chicken sandwich is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken sandwich
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich
Chicken sandwich 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. Chicken sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170295/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.