McDonald's Big Mac vs. Maple syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mcDonald's Big Mac and maple syrup
- McDonald's Big Mac has more vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B3, phosphorus, and folate; however, maple syrup is richer in manganese and vitamin B2.
- Maple syrup covers your daily manganese needs 117% more than mcDonald's Big Mac.
- Maple syrup contains less cholesterol.
- McDonald's Big Mac has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of mcDonald's Big Mac is 66, while the glycemic index of maple syrup is 54.
Specific food types used in this comparison are McDONALD'S, BIG MAC and Syrups, maple.
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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 | +13.7% |
Contains more IronIron | +1718.2% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +444.4% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +29.9% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +6000% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17.1% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.4% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1311.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +166.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4077.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +507.7% |
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:
0.04 g
Fats:
0.06 g
Carbs:
67.04 g
Water:
32.39 g
Other:
0.47 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +29450% |
Contains more FatsFats | +24833.3% |
Contains more WaterWater | +58.4% |
Contains more OtherOther | +291.5% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +233.9% |
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
0.007 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.017 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +31481.8% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1700% |
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.8% |
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:
0 g
Sucrose:
58.32 g
Glucose:
1.6 g
Fructose:
0.52 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Contains more FructoseFructose | +225% |
Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
Contains more SucroseSucrose | +12578.3% |
Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +53.8% |
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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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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Manganese | 0.206mg | 2.908mg | 117% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.209mg | 1.27mg | 82% |
Vitamin B12 | 0.88µg | 0µg | 37% |
Iron | 2mg | 0.11mg | 24% |
Protein | 11.82g | 0.04g | 24% |
Fats | 14.96g | 0.06g | 23% |
Vitamin B3 | 3.384mg | 0.081mg | 21% |
Sodium | 460mg | 12mg | 19% |
Saturated fat | 3.803g | 0.007g | 17% |
Phosphorus | 122mg | 2mg | 17% |
Carbs | 20.08g | 67.04g | 16% |
Folate | 46µg | 0µg | 12% |
Cholesterol | 36mg | 0mg | 12% |
Copper | 0.098mg | 0.018mg | 9% |
Monounsaturated fat | 3.474g | 0.011g | 9% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.176mg | 0.066mg | 9% |
Fiber | 1.6g | 0g | 6% |
Zinc | 1.91mg | 1.47mg | 4% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.306g | 0.017g | 2% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg | 1% | |
Fructose | 1.69g | 0.52g | 1% |
Selenium | 0.6µg | 1% | |
Potassium | 181mg | 212mg | 1% |
Calcium | 116mg | 102mg | 1% |
Calories | 257kcal | 260kcal | 0% |
Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
Net carbs | 18.48g | 67.04g | N/A |
Magnesium | 20mg | 21mg | 0% |
Sugar | 3.97g | 60.46g | N/A |
Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg | 0% | |
Trans fat | 0.588g | N/A | |
Choline | 1.6mg | 0% |
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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%

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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

McDonald's Big Mac is lower in Sugar (difference - 56.49g)
Which food is cheaper?

McDonald's Big Mac is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Maple syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Maple syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 448mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Maple syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.796g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Maple syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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