McDonald's Filet-O-Fish vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mcDonald's Filet-O-Fish and chicken sandwich
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish has more vitamin B12, selenium, calcium, and polyunsaturated fat; however, chicken sandwich has more vitamin B3, vitamin B2, vitamin E, phosphorus, and folate.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for mcDonald's Filet-O-Fish is 40% higher.
- Chicken sandwich has 2 times less calcium than mcDonald's Filet-O-Fish. McDonald's Filet-O-Fish has 120mg of calcium, while chicken sandwich has 58mg.
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is lower in sodium.
Food types used in this article are McDONALD'S, FILET-O-FISH and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles.
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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 | +12.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +106.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +19.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +28.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +11.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +13.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +35% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +730.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +106% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +130.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +247.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +73.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +123.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.26 g
Fats:
14.64 g
Carbs:
26.39 g
Water:
45.76 g
Other:
1.95 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +30.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +44.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +38.5% |
~equal in
Water
~48.94g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.833 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.005 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.952 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +87.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -25.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +11.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.1 g
Glucose:
1 g
Fructose:
1.93 g
Lactose:
0.2 g
Maltose:
0.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.5 g
Sucrose:
1.15 g
Glucose:
0.79 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +26.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +99% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +1050% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +69.8% |
~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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.08µg | 0.13µg | 40% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.22mg | 7.72mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.383mg | 29% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.2mg | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.952g | 3.177g | 19% |
| Sodium | 434mg | 753mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.3mg | 13% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 16.28g | 10% |
| Selenium | 25.5µg | 19.9µg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 1.17mg | 2.41mg | 8% |
| Folate | 21µg | 47µg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 7% | |
| Phosphorus | 137mg | 185mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 58mg | 6% |
| Choline | 35.3mg | 6% | |
| Fats | 14.64g | 11.19g | 5% |
| Iron | 1.56mg | 1.77mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 8.5µg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 2.833g | 2.123g | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.262mg | 0.219mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.211mg | 0.23mg | 2% |
| Calories | 282kcal | 250kcal | 2% |
| Carbs | 26.39g | 20.89g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 35mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.93g | 0.97g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.005g | 4.481g | 1% |
| Potassium | 220mg | 245mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 24.99g | 19.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.67g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 1.4g | 0% |
| Copper | 0.066mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.58mg | 0.61mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.128g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.03g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.061g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.614g | 0.197g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.106g | 2.884g | 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
24%
44%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish contains less Sodium (difference - 319mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.03g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.71g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
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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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.