McDonald's hamburger vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mcDonald's hamburgers and french fries?
- McDonald's hamburgers are richer in selenium, vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B2, zinc, calcium, and vitamin B3, while french fries are higher in potassium and fiber.
- McDonald's hamburgers' daily need coverage for selenium is 46% higher.
- French fries are lower in sodium.
We used McDONALD'S, Hamburger and Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil 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 CalciumCalcium | +605.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +254.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +290% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +30.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2811.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +66.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +201.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +29.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +45.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +512.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +51.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +113.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +683.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.92 g
Fats:
10.09 g
Carbs:
30.28 g
Water:
44.53 g
Other:
2.18 g
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +276.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +46% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +36.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.504 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.768 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.42 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.336 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -33.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +58.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +280.1% |
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 price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 26.2µg | 0.9µg | 46% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 0µg | 35% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.42g | 5.398g | 27% |
| Iron | 2.87mg | 0.81mg | 26% |
| Protein | 12.92g | 3.43g | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.239mg | 0.039mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 1.95mg | 0.5mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 494mg | 210mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 192mg | 579mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 127mg | 18mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 3.8g | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.544mg | 3.004mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 9% | |
| Folate | 64µg | 30µg | 9% |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 7% | |
| Fats | 10.09g | 14.73g | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.247mg | 0.17mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.768g | 5.969g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3.504g | 2.336g | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 4.7mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 30.28g | 41.44g | 4% |
| Fructose | 3.3g | 4% | |
| Manganese | 0.322mg | 0.247mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.124mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 35mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 107mg | 125mg | 3% |
| Calories | 264kcal | 312kcal | 2% |
| Net carbs | 28.98g | 37.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.03g | 0.3g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.428g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.134g | 0.407g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.135g | 4.898g | 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%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.73g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 284mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
French fries is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.168g)
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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