Marinara sauce vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between marinara sauce and cheeseburgers
- Cheeseburgers are higher than marinara sauce in selenium, vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, zinc, phosphorus, and folate.
- Cheeseburgers cover your daily selenium needs 34% more than marinara sauce.
- The amount of sodium in marinara sauce is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Sauce, pasta, spaghetti/marinara, ready-to-serve, low sodium 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 | +62.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +44.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +340.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +247.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +37% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1145% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +373.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +130.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1681.8% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +361.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +231% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +51.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1120.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +495.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +33.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +31.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +438.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +110.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.41 g
Fats:
1.48 g
Carbs:
8.06 g
Water:
87.39 g
Other:
1.66 g
Protein:
16.51 g
Fats:
14.72 g
Carbs:
28.03 g
Water:
38.63 g
Other:
2.11 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +126.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1070.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +894.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +247.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +27.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.17 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.377 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.508 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.473 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.413 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.658 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1335.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +226.4% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 1.1µg | 19.6µg | 34% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.76µg | 32% |
| Protein | 1.41g | 16.51g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 0.17g | 6.473g | 29% |
| Iron | 0.78mg | 2.71mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.061mg | 0.363mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.024mg | 0.293mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 30mg | 515mg | 21% |
| Zinc | 0.2mg | 2.49mg | 21% |
| Fats | 1.48g | 14.72g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 34mg | 161mg | 18% |
| Folate | 13µg | 70µg | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 43mg | 14% |
| Calories | 51kcal | 308kcal | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.377g | 5.413g | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 2.4mg | 0.52mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.545mg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 27mg | 119mg | 9% |
| Starch | 19.87g | 8% | |
| Vitamin K | 13.9µg | 4.2µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.917mg | 5.217mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.508g | 1.658g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.137mg | 0.316mg | 8% |
| Carbs | 8.06g | 28.03g | 7% |
| Potassium | 319mg | 196mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.173mg | 0.228mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.081mg | 0.111mg | 3% |
| Choline | 13.7mg | 28.9mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 33µg | 50µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.94g | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 26mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 2g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 6.26g | 26.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 5.5g | 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 | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 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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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
19%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Marinara sauce is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 41mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Marinara sauce contains less Sodium (difference - 485mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Marinara sauce is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.303g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Marinara sauce is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheeseburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.62g)
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 ($)