McDonald's hamburger vs. Hash browns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mcDonald's hamburgers and hash browns
- McDonald's hamburgers are richer than hash browns in selenium, vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, zinc, folate, calcium, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for selenium for mcDonald's hamburgers is 47% higher.
- Hash browns contain less cholesterol.
Food types used in this article are McDONALD'S, Hamburger and Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty.
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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 | +568.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +378.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +441.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -12.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +103.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +6450% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +84.9% |
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 | +80.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +528.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +147.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +433.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +800% |
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:
2.58 g
Fats:
17.04 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
49.27 g
Other:
2.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +400.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +68.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +10.6% |
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Carbs
~28.88g
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Other
~2.23g
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
2.54 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.827 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.665 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -27.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +107.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +298.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.1 g
Fructose:
3.3 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.63 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
25.74 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.31 g
Fructose:
0.24 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +577.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1275% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
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Sucrose
~0g
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 26.2µg | 0.4µg | 47% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 0µg | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.42g | 5.665g | 28% |
| Iron | 2.87mg | 0.6mg | 28% |
| Protein | 12.92g | 2.58g | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.544mg | 1.838mg | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 2.62mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.239mg | 0.038mg | 15% |
| Zinc | 1.95mg | 0.36mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.186mg | 14% | |
| Folate | 64µg | 12µg | 13% |
| Starch | 25.74g | 11% | |
| Fats | 10.09g | 17.04g | 11% |
| Calcium | 127mg | 19mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.768g | 7.827g | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.247mg | 0.137mg | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin K | 9.9µg | 8% | |
| Manganese | 0.322mg | 0.158mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 2.7g | 6% |
| Potassium | 192mg | 355mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 5.4mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 3.504g | 2.54g | 4% |
| Fructose | 3.3g | 0.24g | 4% |
| Sodium | 494mg | 566mg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.8mg | 3% | |
| Phosphorus | 107mg | 98mg | 1% |
| Calories | 264kcal | 272kcal | 0% |
| Carbs | 30.28g | 28.88g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 28.98g | 26.18g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 21mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 6.03g | 0.56g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.428g | 0.056g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.134g | 0.441g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.135g | 5.131g | 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%
20%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 72mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?
McDonald's hamburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hash browns is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hash browns is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.47g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hash browns is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.964g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.