McDonald's Big Mac vs. Nachos — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mcDonald's Big Mac and nachos
- McDonald's Big Mac is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, iron, zinc, and folate, yet nachos are higher in phosphorus and fiber.
- McDonald's Big Mac covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 34% more than nachos.
- McDonald's Big Mac contains 12 times more cholesterol than nachos. While mcDonald's Big Mac contains 36mg of cholesterol, nachos contain only 3mg.
Food varieties used in this article are McDONALD'S, BIG MAC and Fast foods, nachos, with cheese.
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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 | +84.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +166.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +53.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +122.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +110% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +62.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32% |
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 | +43.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +437.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1157.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +360% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +175% |
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:
4.32 g
Fats:
21.5 g
Carbs:
34.91 g
Water:
37.4 g
Other:
1.87 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +173.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +37.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +43.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +73.9% |
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Other
~1.87g
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
2.173 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
14.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.04 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -42.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +303.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1547.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.46 g
Glucose:
1.04 g
Fructose:
1.69 g
Lactose:
0.32 g
Maltose:
0.49 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
28.33 g
Sucrose:
0.53 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
1.63 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +15.2% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +409.4% |
~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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.88µg | 0.07µg | 34% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.306g | 5.04g | 32% |
| Vitamin E | 4.08mg | 27% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.474g | 14.02g | 26% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.384mg | 0.63mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 17% | |
| Selenium | 8.6µg | 16% | |
| Vitamin K | 19.3µg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2mg | 0.75mg | 16% |
| Protein | 11.82g | 4.32g | 15% |
| Starch | 28.33g | 12% | |
| Phosphorus | 122mg | 198mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 3mg | 11% |
| Fats | 14.96g | 21.5g | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.91mg | 0.86mg | 10% |
| Folate | 46µg | 10µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 8% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.803g | 2.173g | 7% |
| Sodium | 460mg | 313mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 3.2g | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.209mg | 0.133mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 181mg | 362mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 116mg | 63mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 42mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 20.08g | 34.91g | 5% |
| Choline | 26.4mg | 5% | |
| Calories | 257kcal | 343kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.176mg | 0.123mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.098mg | 0.064mg | 4% |
| Fructose | 1.69g | 0g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.206mg | 0.187mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 18.48g | 31.71g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.97g | 2.17g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.588g | 0.058g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.156mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.521mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.156mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.094mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.229mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.25mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.617g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g | 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
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24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nachos is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Nachos is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nachos contains less Sodium (difference - 147mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Nachos is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.63g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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