McDonald's Big Mac vs. Clam — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mcDonald's Big Mac and clam?
- Clam has more vitamin B12, copper, manganese, phosphorus, vitamin C, vitamin B2, and potassium than mcDonald's Big Mac.
- Clam's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 4084% higher.
- Clam has 20 times less saturated fat than mcDonald's Big Mac. McDonald's Big Mac has 3.803g of saturated fat, while clam has 0.188g.
- McDonald's Big Mac has a higher glycemic index (66) than clam (27).
We used McDONALD'S, BIG MAC and Mollusks, clam, mixed species, cooked, moist heat types in this comparison.
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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 | +26.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +247% |
| Contains more IronIron | +40.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +602% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +42.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +177% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +385.4% |
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 | +17.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +58.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +5425% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +103.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +11137.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.82 g
Fats:
14.96 g
Carbs:
20.08 g
Water:
51.3 g
Other:
1.84 g
Protein:
25.55 g
Fats:
1.95 g
Carbs:
5.13 g
Water:
63.64 g
Other:
3.73 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +667.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +291.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +116.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +24.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +102.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.803 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.306 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.188 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.172 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.552 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1919.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +80.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.88µg | 98.89µg | 4084% |
| Selenium | 64µg | 116% | |
| Copper | 0.098mg | 0.688mg | 66% |
| Manganese | 0.206mg | 1mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 460mg | 1202mg | 32% |
| Phosphorus | 122mg | 338mg | 31% |
| Protein | 11.82g | 25.55g | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 22.1mg | 24% |
| Fats | 14.96g | 1.95g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 171µg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.209mg | 0.426mg | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 3.803g | 0.188g | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.68mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 181mg | 628mg | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 67mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2mg | 2.81mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 8% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.474g | 0.172g | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.91mg | 2.73mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 0g | 6% |
| Carbs | 20.08g | 5.13g | 5% |
| Calories | 257kcal | 148kcal | 5% |
| Folate | 46µg | 29µg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.306g | 0.552g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.176mg | 0.15mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 116mg | 92mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.69g | 2% | |
| Net carbs | 18.48g | 5.13g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 18mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.97g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.384mg | 3.354mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.588g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.286mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.099mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.112mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.798mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.909mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.576mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.915mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.116mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.49mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.138g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.146g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.104g | 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
23%
983%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
129%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 31mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's Big Mac contains less Sodium (difference - 742mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Clam is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.97g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Clam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.615g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Clam is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Clam is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.