McChicken Sandwich vs. Pizza — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mcChicken Sandwich and pizza
- McChicken Sandwich is richer in polyunsaturated fat and monounsaturated fat, yet pizza is richer in vitamin B1, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B12, iron, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B1 for pizza is 15% higher.
- McChicken Sandwich contains 3 times more polyunsaturated fat than pizza. McChicken Sandwich contains 4.964g of polyunsaturated fat, while pizza contains 1.681g.
- McChicken Sandwich contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich and Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, cheese topping, regular crust.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +20% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +113.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +42.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +112.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +55.4% |
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 | +84% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +121.1% |
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:
11.39 g
Fats:
9.69 g
Carbs:
33.33 g
Water:
43.17 g
Other:
2.42 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +36.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +19.2% |
~equal in
Protein
~11.39g
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Water
~43.17g
~equal in
Other
~2.42g
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
4.465 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.608 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.681 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -47.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +68.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +195.3% |
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:
26.95 g
Sucrose:
0.2 g
Glucose:
0.78 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0.42 g
Maltose:
1.05 g
Galactose:
0.13 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +32.1% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +93% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +17.6% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +144.2% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 19.9µg | 36% | |
| Folate | 93µg | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.964g | 1.681g | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.212mg | 0.39mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 139mg | 216mg | 11% |
| Starch | 26.95g | 11% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.19µg | 0.42µg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.346g | 4.465g | 10% |
| Calcium | 88mg | 188mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.74mg | 2.48mg | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 69µg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.83mg | 6% | |
| Zinc | 0.63mg | 1.34mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 6.7µg | 6% | |
| Fats | 13.21g | 9.69g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 2.3g | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.401g | 2.608g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.105mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 17mg | 3% |
| Choline | 16.4mg | 3% | |
| Carbs | 27.97g | 33.33g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 2% | |
| Protein | 10.43g | 11.39g | 2% |
| Sodium | 624mg | 598mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.93g | 1g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.942mg | 3.825mg | 1% |
| Calories | 273kcal | 266kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 26.67g | 31.03g | N/A |
| Potassium | 173mg | 172mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.57g | 3.58g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.358mg | 0.36mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.2mg | 0.195mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.079g | 0.241g | N/A |
| Threonine | 0.41mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.564mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.139mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.77mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.264mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.664mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.72mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.355mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.43g | 0.175g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.016g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.396g | 1.367g | 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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pizza is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pizza contains less Sodium (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pizza is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pizza is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pizza is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.01g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.119g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)