McDonald's french fries vs. Burger King Whopper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mcDonald's french fries and Burger King Whopper
- McDonald's french fries have more vitamin B6, potassium, copper, fiber, and vitamin B5; however, Burger King Whopper is richer in iron, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B2.
- Burger King Whopper covers your daily iron needs 45% more than mcDonald's french fries.
- Burger King Whopper has 9 times less copper than mcDonald's french fries. McDonald's french fries have 0.114mg of copper, while Burger King Whopper has 0.013mg.
- McDonald's french fries contain less saturated fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are McDONALD'S, french fries and BURGER KING, WHOPPER, no cheese.
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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 | +105.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +252.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +776.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +41.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -39.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +38.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +105.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +446.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +454.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4450% |
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 | +2700% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +820% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +12.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +241% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +317.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +19.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +373% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +21.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.41 g
Fats:
15.47 g
Carbs:
42.58 g
Water:
36.63 g
Other:
1.91 g
Protein:
10.74 g
Fats:
12.84 g
Carbs:
18.55 g
Water:
56.43 g
Other:
1.44 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +20.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +129.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +32.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +215% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +54.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.271 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.379 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.727 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.25 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.685 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.389 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -46.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +57.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +39.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
38.23 g
Sucrose:
0.21 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
13.53 g
Sucrose:
1.7 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
1.73 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.67 g
Galactose:
0.11 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +182.6% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +709.5% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.8mg | 4.37mg | 45% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 18.2µg | 32% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.091mg | 22% |
| Zinc | 0.51mg | 2.83mg | 21% |
| Protein | 3.41g | 10.74g | 15% |
| Potassium | 596mg | 169mg | 13% |
| Folate | 47µg | 12% | |
| Copper | 0.114mg | 0.013mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.037mg | 0.175mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% | |
| Starch | 38.23g | 13.53g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.271g | 4.25g | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.727g | 3.389g | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 1.8g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.59mg | 0.173mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.38mg | 0.15mg | 8% |
| Carbs | 42.58g | 18.55g | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.379g | 4.685g | 7% |
| Choline | 39.8mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 0.2mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 18mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 189mg | 313mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 127mg | 90mg | 5% |
| Calories | 323kcal | 233kcal | 5% |
| Fats | 15.47g | 12.84g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.18mg | 0.215mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.249mg | 0.18mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 16µg | 19.5µg | 3% |
| Fructose | 0g | 1.73g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.22mg | 2.873mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 39mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 38.68g | 16.75g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.21g | 4.22g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.064g | 0.507g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.374mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.345mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.762mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.593mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.208mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.461mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.416mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.253mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.382g | 0.275g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.031g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.251g | 2.757g | 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
27%
21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's french fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McDonald's french fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.01g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's french fries contains less Sodium (difference - 124mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McDonald's french fries is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.979g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Burger King Whopper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
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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