McDonald's Big Mac vs. Fenugreek — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mcDonald's Big Mac and fenugreek?
- McDonald's Big Mac is richer in vitamin B12, while fenugreek is higher in iron, copper, fiber, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and vitamin B1.
- Fenugreek's daily need coverage for iron is 394% higher.
- Fenugreek is lower in sodium.
- McDonald's Big Mac has a higher glycemic index (66) than fenugreek (0).
We used McDONALD'S, BIG MAC and Spices, fenugreek seed 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +855% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +51.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +325.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1576.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1032.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +30.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +142.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +496.1% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +106.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +83% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +75.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +23.9% |
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:
23 g
Fats:
6.41 g
Carbs:
58.35 g
Water:
8.84 g
Other:
3.4 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +133.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +480.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +94.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +190.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +84.8% |
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
1.46 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -61.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 2mg | 33.53mg | 394% |
| Copper | 0.098mg | 1.11mg | 112% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 24.6g | 92% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6mg | 46% | |
| Manganese | 0.206mg | 1.228mg | 44% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 191mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.88µg | 0µg | 37% |
| Phosphorus | 122mg | 296mg | 25% |
| Protein | 11.82g | 23g | 22% |
| Sodium | 460mg | 67mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 181mg | 770mg | 17% |
| Fats | 14.96g | 6.41g | 13% |
| Carbs | 20.08g | 58.35g | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.176mg | 0.322mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 0mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.209mg | 0.366mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 6.3µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.384mg | 1.64mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 3.803g | 1.46g | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.474g | 9% | |
| Calcium | 116mg | 176mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.91mg | 2.5mg | 5% |
| Folate | 46µg | 57µg | 3% |
| Calories | 257kcal | 323kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 3mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.306g | 2% | |
| Fructose | 1.69g | 2% | |
| Net carbs | 18.48g | 33.75g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.97g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.588g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.391mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.898mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.241mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.757mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.684mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.338mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.089mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.102mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.668mg | 0% |
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
23%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
228%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
McDonald's Big Mac is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fenugreek is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fenugreek is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.97g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fenugreek contains less Sodium (difference - 393mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fenugreek is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.343g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fenugreek is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fenugreek is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fenugreek is relatively richer in vitamins