McDonald's Filet-O-Fish vs. Submarine sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mcDonald's Filet-O-Fish and submarine sandwich?
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, and vitamin E, yet submarine sandwich is richer in vitamin B3, folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin C, and calcium.
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 36% higher.
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish has 3 times more vitamin E than submarine sandwich. McDonald's Filet-O-Fish has 1.17mg of vitamin E, while submarine sandwich has 0.41mg.
- McDonald's Filet-O-Fish contains less sodium.
We used McDONALD'S, FILET-O-FISH and Fast foods, submarine sandwich, cold cut on white bread with lettuce and tomato types in this comparison.
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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 | +35% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -24.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +28.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +42.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +28.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +27.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +81% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +35.1% |
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 | +185.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +390.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +2400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +62.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +105.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +94.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +214.3% |
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:
10.52 g
Fats:
10.04 g
Carbs:
20.43 g
Water:
56.51 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +45.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +29.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +23.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +28.2% |
~equal in
Protein
~10.52g
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
3.554 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.716 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.927 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -20.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +208.9% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~3.716g
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:
15.67 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.23 g
Fructose:
1.4 g
Lactose:
0.08 g
Maltose:
0.47 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +37.9% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +150% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +23% |
~equal in
Maltose
~0.47g
~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 Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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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 | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.08µg | 0.22µg | 36% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.952g | 1.927g | 27% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.203mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.22mg | 4.323mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.211mg | 0.343mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.267mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.555mg | 11% | |
| Folate | 21µg | 66µg | 11% |
| Selenium | 25.5µg | 19.9µg | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 7.5mg | 8% |
| Fats | 14.64g | 10.04g | 7% |
| Starch | 15.67g | 6% | |
| Sodium | 434mg | 575mg | 6% |
| Choline | 29.1mg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 120mg | 171mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 1.17mg | 0.41mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.58mg | 1.05mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 137mg | 112mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.262mg | 0.354mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 2.833g | 3.554g | 3% |
| Calories | 282kcal | 213kcal | 3% |
| Iron | 1.56mg | 1.81mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 22µg | 2% | |
| Copper | 0.066mg | 0.084mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 26.39g | 20.43g | 2% |
| Potassium | 220mg | 282mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 27mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 20mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.005g | 3.716g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Fructose | 1.93g | 1.4g | 1% |
| Protein | 11.26g | 10.52g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 1.2g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 24.99g | 19.23g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.67g | 3.18g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4.5µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.128g | 0.119g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.1mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.331mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.752mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.491mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.21mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.431mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.501mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.301mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.03g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.061g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.614g | 0.104g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | 0.013g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.048g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.106g | 1.665g | N/A |
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%
35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Submarine sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Submarine sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.49g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Submarine sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Submarine sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish contains less Sodium (difference - 141mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.721g)
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 ($)