Mashed potato vs. McChicken Sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mashed potato and mcChicken Sandwich
- McChicken Sandwich is richer than mashed potato in vitamin B3, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, phosphorus, manganese, and calcium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for mcChicken Sandwich is 18% higher.
- McChicken Sandwich has a lower glycemic index than mashed potato.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, potato, mashed and McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich.
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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 | +65.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -51% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +388.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +461.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +134.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +186.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +135.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +265.3% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1313.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +265% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +171.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
Protein:
10.43 g
Fats:
13.21 g
Carbs:
27.97 g
Water:
46.11 g
Other:
2.28 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +72.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +532.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +368.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +90.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +81% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.577 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.72 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.342 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.346 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.401 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.964 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -75.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +511.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +269.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
12.1 g
Sucrose:
0.1 g
Glucose:
0.2 g
Fructose:
0.2 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.17 g
Glucose:
1.03 g
Fructose:
1.93 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +70% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +415% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +865% |
| 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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.342g | 4.964g | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.08mg | 3.942mg | 18% |
| Protein | 1.65g | 10.43g | 18% |
| Iron | 0.31mg | 1.74mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.212mg | 16% |
| Fats | 2.82g | 13.21g | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.2mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 306mg | 624mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 59mg | 139mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.098mg | 0.358mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.72g | 4.401g | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 9% | |
| Calories | 89kcal | 273kcal | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 27mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.577g | 2.346g | 8% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 88mg | 7% |
| Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.035mg | 0.082mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 43µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.07µg | 0.19µg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 5% | |
| Zinc | 0.22mg | 0.63mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 14.65g | 27.97g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 286mg | 173mg | 3% |
| Choline | 13.4mg | 2% | |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 1.93g | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 13.35g | 26.67g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 3.57g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.3g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.105g | 0.079g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | 0.43g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.016g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | 4.396g | 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
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15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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35%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
McChicken Sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mashed potato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mashed potato is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.07g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mashed potato contains less Sodium (difference - 318mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mashed potato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.769g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mashed potato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)