McDonald's Big Mac vs. Waffle — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mcDonald's Big Mac and waffle
- McDonald's Big Mac is richer in vitamin B12, zinc, and vitamin B3, yet waffle is richer in calcium, vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin B1, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mcDonald's Big Mac is 26% higher.
- McDonald's Big Mac contains 3 times more zinc than waffle. McDonald's Big Mac contains 1.91mg of zinc, while waffle contains 0.68mg.
- Waffle contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are McDONALD'S, BIG MAC and Waffles, plain, prepared from recipe.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +13.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +58.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +180.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -10% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +119.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +15.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +55.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +28.6% |
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 | +63.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +252% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +49.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66% |
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:
7.9 g
Fats:
14.1 g
Carbs:
32.9 g
Water:
42 g
Other:
3.1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +49.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +63.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +68.5% |
~equal in
Fats
~14.1g
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
2.866 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.521 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.785 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -24.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2117.3% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~3.521g
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 46.2µg | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.306g | 6.785g | 43% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.88µg | 0.25µg | 26% |
| Calcium | 116mg | 255mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.209mg | 0.347mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.91mg | 0.68mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 69mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 122mg | 190mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.485mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.384mg | 2.073mg | 8% |
| Protein | 11.82g | 7.9g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 65µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.176mg | 0.263mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 6% | |
| Copper | 0.098mg | 0.062mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 4% | |
| Carbs | 20.08g | 32.9g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 3.803g | 2.866g | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 2.31mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.206mg | 0.265mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.69g | 2% | |
| Calories | 257kcal | 291kcal | 2% |
| Sodium | 460mg | 511mg | 2% |
| Fats | 14.96g | 14.1g | 1% |
| Potassium | 181mg | 159mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 18.48g | 32.9g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 19mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.97g | N/A | |
| Folate | 46µg | 46µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.588g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.474g | 3.521g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.099mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.289mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.362mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.63mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.384mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.179mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.395mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.409mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g | 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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
66%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Waffle is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.97g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Waffle is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.937g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's Big Mac contains less Sodium (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
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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