McDonald's french fries vs. Tikka Masala — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between mcDonald's french fries and tikka Masala
- McDonald's french fries have more vitamin B6, potassium, phosphorus, vitamin C, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat; however, tikka Masala has more fiber, calcium, and iron.
- McDonald's french fries' daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 26% more.
The food varieties used in the comparison are McDONALD'S, french fries and KASHI Pizza, Tikka Masala, single serve, frozen, unprepared.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +152.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +64.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +410.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +75% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +28.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +850% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +11.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +170.3% |
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:
10.2 g
Fats:
5.9 g
Carbs:
29.5 g
Water:
49 g
Other:
5.4 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +162.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +44.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +199.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +33.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +182.7% |
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
2.1 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +391.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +372.7% |
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Saturated fat
~2.1g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.04mg | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.727g | 1g | 25% |
| Starch | 38.23g | 16% | |
| Fats | 15.47g | 5.9g | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.379g | 1.5g | 15% |
| Protein | 3.41g | 10.2g | 14% |
| Copper | 0.114mg | 13% | |
| Vitamin K | 16µg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.59mg | 12% | |
| Manganese | 0.249mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 596mg | 236mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.38mg | 9% | |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 1.4mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2µg | 8% | |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 6g | 8% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 97mg | 8% |
| Choline | 39.8mg | 7% | |
| Calories | 323kcal | 191kcal | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 127mg | 77mg | 7% |
| Folate | 25µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.037mg | 0.1mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.22mg | 2.5mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 42.58g | 29.5g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 189mg | 247mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.18mg | 0.2mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.271g | 2.1g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 38.68g | 23.5g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.21g | 4g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.51mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.064g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.382g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.031g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.251g | 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%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tikka Masala is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.171g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tikka Masala is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's french fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McDonald's french fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.79g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's french fries contains less Sodium (difference - 58mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
McDonald's french fries is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
McDonald's french fries is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)