McDonald's Filet-O-Fish vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between McDonald's Filet-O-Fish and Fish sandwich?
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is higher in Vitamin B12, Selenium, Calcium, and Monounsaturated Fat, yet Fish sandwich is higher in Vitamin K, and Folate.
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish's daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 is 17% more.
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish has 3 times more Calcium than Fish sandwich. While McDonald's Filet-O-Fish has 120mg of Calcium, Fish sandwich has only 37mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Fish sandwich is lower.
We used McDONALD'S, FILET-O-FISH and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce types in this article.
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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 | +224.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +18.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -27.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +41.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +13.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +112.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +58.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +177.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +119% |
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:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +17.6% |
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Protein
~10.29g
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Carbs
~26.69g
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Water
~48.44g
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Other
~2.13g
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
1.949 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +54.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -31.2% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~6.257g
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:
0 g
Glucose:
1.2 g
Fructose:
1.47 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.87 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +31.3% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +20% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +102.3% |
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Starch
~0g
~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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 282kcal | 257kcal |
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| Protein | 11.26g | 10.29g |
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| Fats | 14.64g | 12.45g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 1.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 24.99g | 25.69g |
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| Carbs | 26.39g | 26.69g |
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| Cholesterol | 32mg | 35mg |
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| Vitamin D | 9IU |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 25mg |
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| Calcium | 120mg | 37mg |
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| Potassium | 220mg | 206mg |
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| Iron | 1.56mg | 1.5mg |
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| Sugar | 3.67g | 3.53g |
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| Fiber | 1.4g | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.066mg | 0.075mg |
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| Zinc | 0.58mg | 0.49mg |
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| Phosphorus | 137mg | 116mg |
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| Sodium | 434mg | 602mg |
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| Vitamin A | 87IU |
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| Vitamin A | 6µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.17mg | 0.55mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.262mg | 0.264mg |
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| Selenium | 25.5µg | 18µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.211mg | 0.21mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.22mg | 2.15mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.37mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.08µg | 0.68µg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 13.6µg |
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| Folate | 21µg | 46µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.128g | 0.08g |
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| Choline | 28.9mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.833g | 1.949g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.005g | 2.595g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.952g | 6.257g |
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| Fructose | 1.93g | 1.47g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.03g | 0.029g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.061g | 0.064g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.614g | 0.489g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | 0.023g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.106g | 5.561g |
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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
24%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
40%
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 - 168mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fish sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.14g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.884g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)