McChicken Sandwich vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mcChicken Sandwich and cheeseburgers
- Cheeseburgers are richer than mcChicken Sandwich in vitamin B12, zinc, vitamin B2, iron, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for cheeseburgers is 24% higher.
Food types used in this article are McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich 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 ManganeseManganese | +13.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +30% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +35.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +55.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +35.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +295.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -17.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +38.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +81.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +32.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +300% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.43 g
Fats:
13.21 g
Carbs:
27.97 g
Water:
46.11 g
Other:
2.28 g
Protein:
16.51 g
Fats:
14.72 g
Carbs:
28.03 g
Water:
38.63 g
Other:
2.11 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +58.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11.4% |
~equal in
Carbs
~28.03g
~equal in
Other
~2.11g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.346 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.401 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.964 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 | -63.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +199.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +23% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
Starch:
19.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.76 g
Fructose:
1.94 g
Lactose:
0.72 g
Maltose:
0.46 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +70.9% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
~equal in
Fructose
~1.94g
~equal in
Maltose
~0.46g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 19.6µg | 36% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.19µg | 0.76µg | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.964g | 1.658g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 2.346g | 6.473g | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.228mg | 18% | |
| Folate | 70µg | 18% | |
| Zinc | 0.63mg | 2.49mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.2mg | 0.363mg | 13% |
| Protein | 10.43g | 16.51g | 12% |
| Iron | 1.74mg | 2.71mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.545mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.942mg | 5.217mg | 8% |
| Starch | 19.87g | 8% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.212mg | 0.293mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 50µg | 6% | |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 43mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 624mg | 515mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 88mg | 119mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.401g | 5.413g | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 139mg | 161mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.52mg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.111mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 2g | 3% |
| Calories | 273kcal | 308kcal | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.358mg | 0.316mg | 2% |
| Fats | 13.21g | 14.72g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 173mg | 196mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 26mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 27.97g | 28.03g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 26.67g | 26.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 3.57g | 4.88g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.079g | 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% | |
| Fructose | 1.93g | 1.94g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.43g | 0.125g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.016g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.396g | 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
15%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.31g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.127g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheeseburger contains less Sodium (difference - 109mg)
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 lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (66)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)