McDonald's Filet-O-Fish vs. McGriddles — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between McDonald's Filet-O-Fish and McGriddles
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish has more Vitamin B12, and Calcium, however, McGriddles are richer in Phosphorus, Vitamin B3, and Monounsaturated Fat.
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish covers your daily Vitamin B12 needs 34% more than McGriddles.
- McGriddles have 2 times less Magnesium than McDonald's Filet-O-Fish. McDonald's Filet-O-Fish has 27mg of Magnesium, while McGriddles have 14mg.
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish contains less Sodium.
Specific food types used in this comparison are McDONALD'S, FILET-O-FISH and McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES.
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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 | +92.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +90.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +51.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -41.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +32.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +19.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +31% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +130.7% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +38.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +76.2% |
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Vitamin D
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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:
8.41 g
Fats:
17.76 g
Carbs:
31.25 g
Water:
40.11 g
Other:
2.47 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +33.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +21.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26.7% |
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
5.435 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.532 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.591 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -47.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +129.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +88.1% |
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:
0 g
Sucrose:
6.16 g
Glucose:
3.91 g
Fructose:
0.14 g
Lactose:
0.54 g
Maltose:
0.48 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1278.6% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +6060% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +291% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +170% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +11.6% |
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Starch
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Galactose
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 282kcal | 312kcal |
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| Protein | 11.26g | 8.41g |
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| Fats | 14.64g | 17.76g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 24.99g | 30.25g |
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| Carbs | 26.39g | 31.25g |
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| Cholesterol | 32mg | 24mg |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 14mg |
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| Calcium | 120mg | 63mg |
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| Potassium | 220mg | 145mg |
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| Iron | 1.56mg | 1.42mg |
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| Sugar | 3.67g | 11.23g |
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| Fiber | 1.4g | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.066mg | 0.079mg |
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| Zinc | 0.58mg | 0.76mg |
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| Phosphorus | 137mg | 316mg |
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| Sodium | 434mg | 737mg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.17mg |
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| Manganese | 0.262mg | 0.198mg |
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| Selenium | 25.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.211mg | 0.209mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.156mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.22mg | 3.082mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.384mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.108mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.08µg | 0.27µg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.9µg |
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| Folate | 21µg | 37µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.128g | 0.956g |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.833g | 5.435g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.005g | 7.532g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.952g | 2.591g |
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| Fructose | 1.93g | 0.14g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.03g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.061g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.614g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.106g |
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McGriddles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.56g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish contains less Sodium (difference - 303mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.602g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
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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