McChicken Sandwich vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mcChicken Sandwich and fish sandwiches
- McChicken Sandwich has more vitamin B3, calcium, and monounsaturated fat; however, fish sandwiches are richer in vitamin B12 and polyunsaturated fat.
- Fish sandwiches cover your daily vitamin B12 needs 20% more than mcChicken Sandwich.
- Fish sandwiches have 2 times less calcium than mcChicken Sandwich. McChicken Sandwich has 88mg of calcium, while fish sandwiches have 37mg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +137.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +19.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +35.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +25% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +19.1% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +83.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +257.9% |
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:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
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Protein
~10.29g
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Fats
~12.45g
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Carbs
~26.69g
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Water
~48.44g
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Other
~2.13g
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
1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +69.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -16.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +26% |
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:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.2 g
Fructose:
1.47 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.87 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +31.3% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +16.5% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +102.3% |
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Galactose
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 18µg | 33% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.19µg | 0.68µg | 20% |
| Folate | 46µg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.942mg | 2.15mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.964g | 6.257g | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.37mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.2mg | 0.14mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.401g | 2.595g | 5% |
| Calcium | 88mg | 37mg | 5% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Manganese | 0.358mg | 0.264mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.74mg | 1.5mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 35mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 139mg | 116mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 2% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.346g | 1.949g | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.93g | 1.47g | 1% |
| Calories | 273kcal | 257kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.63mg | 0.49mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.075mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1g | 1% |
| Potassium | 173mg | 206mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 25mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 9IU | 1% | |
| Fats | 13.21g | 12.45g | 1% |
| Sodium | 624mg | 602mg | 1% |
| Protein | 10.43g | 10.29g | 0% |
| Carbs | 27.97g | 26.69g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 26.67g | 25.69g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.57g | 3.53g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.212mg | 0.21mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.079g | 0.08g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.064g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.43g | 0.489g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.016g | 0.023g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.396g | 5.561g | 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
15%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
McChicken Sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fish sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.04g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fish sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.397g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fish sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)