Lettuce vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between lettuce and chicken sandwich
- Lettuce has more vitamin A and vitamin K; however, chicken sandwich is higher in vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B5, vitamin B2, and vitamin E.
- Lettuce covers your daily vitamin A needs 147% more than chicken sandwich.
- Chicken sandwich contains 15 times less vitamin K than lettuce. Lettuce contains 126.3µg of vitamin K, while chicken sandwich contains 8.5µg.
- Lettuce has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of chicken sandwich is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Lettuce, green leaf, raw and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -96.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +14.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +84.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +61.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +26.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +105.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +131% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +238.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +537.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3216.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +1050% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +12233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1385.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +995.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +228.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +275% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1958.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +795.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +325.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +23.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +159.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.36 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
2.87 g
Water:
94.98 g
Other:
0.64 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +94.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1097.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7360% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +627.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +321.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.02 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.006 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.082 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +74583.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3774.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.36 g
Fructose:
0.43 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.5 g
Sucrose:
1.15 g
Glucose:
0.79 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +119.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +125.6% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 126.3µg | 8.5µg | 98% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.375mg | 7.72mg | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 370µg | 3µg | 41% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 19.9µg | 35% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 753mg | 32% |
| Protein | 1.36g | 16.28g | 30% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.383mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 29mg | 185mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.134mg | 1.2mg | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.082g | 3.177g | 21% |
| Fats | 0.15g | 11.19g | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.3mg | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 2.41mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.07mg | 0.23mg | 13% |
| Calories | 15kcal | 250kcal | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 35mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.006g | 4.481g | 11% |
| Iron | 0.86mg | 1.77mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02g | 2.123g | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 9.2mg | 0.8mg | 9% |
| Starch | 0g | 16.5g | 7% |
| Carbs | 2.87g | 20.89g | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.13µg | 5% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 35.3mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.18mg | 0.61mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.029mg | 0.067mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 13mg | 24mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 58mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 194mg | 245mg | 2% |
| Folate | 38µg | 47µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.43g | 0.97g | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.25mg | 0.219mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 5IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.57g | 19.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.78g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.4g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.059mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.079mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.055mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.022mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | 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
45%
44%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lettuce is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lettuce is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.86g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lettuce contains less Sodium (difference - 725mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lettuce is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.103g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lettuce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken sandwich is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins