McDonald's Big Mac vs. Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mcDonald's Big Mac and saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup)
- McDonald's Big Mac is higher in vitamin B12 and zinc, yet saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is higher in iron, vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B2, manganese, and vitamin B3.
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) covers your daily iron needs 45% more than mcDonald's Big Mac.
Food varieties used in this article are McDONALD'S, BIG MAC and Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup).
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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 | +510.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +19.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +176.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +19.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -51.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +15% |
| Contains more IronIron | +178.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +41.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +233% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +877.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +298.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +133% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +90.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +191.3% |
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:
9.46 g
Fats:
8.64 g
Carbs:
74.05 g
Water:
5.05 g
Other:
2.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +73.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +915.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +268.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +52.2% |
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
1.653 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.986 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.835 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +74.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -56.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1480.1% |
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:
67.83 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.12 g
Fructose:
0.19 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.98 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +766.7% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +789.5% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +100% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 2mg | 5.57mg | 45% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.176mg | 0.702mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.88µg | 0.09µg | 33% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.306g | 4.835g | 30% |
| Starch | 67.83g | 28% | |
| Folate | 46µg | 134µg | 22% |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 460mg | 941mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.209mg | 0.487mg | 21% |
| Manganese | 0.206mg | 0.686mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.384mg | 6.442mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 10.3µg | 19% | |
| Carbs | 20.08g | 74.05g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 0mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.91mg | 0.69mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 116mg | 19mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 3.803g | 1.653g | 10% |
| Fats | 14.96g | 8.64g | 10% |
| Calories | 257kcal | 418kcal | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.086mg | 7% | |
| Copper | 0.098mg | 0.139mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 2.8g | 5% |
| Protein | 11.82g | 9.46g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.474g | 1.986g | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 122mg | 102mg | 3% |
| Choline | 16.7mg | 3% | |
| Fructose | 1.69g | 0.19g | 2% |
| Potassium | 181mg | 152mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 18.48g | 71.25g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.97g | 1.29g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.588g | 0.167g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.333mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.652mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.147mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.45mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.399mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.535g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.25g | 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
23%
51%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
62%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.68g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.15g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's Big Mac contains less Sodium (difference - 481mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is cheaper?
McDonald's Big Mac is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.