McDonald's hamburger vs. McChicken Sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between McDonald's hamburger and McChicken Sandwich
- McDonald's hamburger has more Vitamin B12, Iron, and Zinc, however, McChicken Sandwich is higher in Polyunsaturated fat.
- McDonald's hamburger covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 27% more than McChicken Sandwich.
- McDonald's hamburger has 3 times more Zinc than McChicken Sandwich. While McDonald's hamburger has 1.95mg of Zinc, McChicken Sandwich has only 0.63mg.
- McChicken Sandwich has less Sugar.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison McDONALD'S, Hamburger and McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich.
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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.
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Calcium
+44.3%
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Iron
+64.9%
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Potassium
+11%
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Sodium
-20.8%
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Zinc
+209.5%
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Copper
+17.1%
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Phosphorus
+29.9%
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Manganese
+11.2%
Equal in Magnesium - 20
Equal in Potassium - 173
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Calcium
+44.3%
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Iron
+64.9%
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Potassium
+11%
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Sodium
-20.8%
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Zinc
+209.5%
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Copper
+17.1%
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Phosphorus
+29.9%
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Manganese
+11.2%
Equal in Magnesium - 20
Equal in Potassium - 173
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.
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Vitamin B1
+16.5%
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Vitamin B2
+19.5%
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Vitamin B3
+15.3%
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Vitamin B12
+336.8%
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Vitamin B1
+16.5%
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Vitamin B2
+19.5%
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Vitamin B3
+15.3%
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Vitamin B12
+336.8%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+23.9%
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Fats
+30.9%
Equal in Carbs - 27.97
Equal in Water - 46.11
Equal in Other - 2.28
Protein:
12.92 g
Fats:
10.09 g
Carbs:
30.28 g
Water:
44.53 g
Other:
2.18 g
Protein:
10.43 g
Fats:
13.21 g
Carbs:
27.97 g
Water:
46.11 g
Other:
2.28 g
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Protein
+23.9%
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Fats
+30.9%
Equal in Carbs - 27.97
Equal in Water - 46.11
Equal in Other - 2.28
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Saturated Fat
-33%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+16.8%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+249.6%
Saturated Fat:
3.504 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
3.768 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
1.42 g
Saturated Fat:
2.346 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
4.401 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
4.964 g
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Saturated Fat
-33%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+16.8%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+249.6%
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Glucose
+103.9%
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Fructose
+71%
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Maltose
+46.5%
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Sucrose
+∞%
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:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.17 g
Glucose:
1.03 g
Fructose:
1.93 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
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Glucose
+103.9%
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Fructose
+71%
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Maltose
+46.5%
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Sucrose
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 28.98g | 26.67g |
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| Protein | 12.92g | 10.43g |
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| Fats | 10.09g | 13.21g |
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| Carbs | 30.28g | 27.97g |
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| Calories | 264kcal | 273kcal |
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| Fructose | 3.3g | 1.93g |
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| Sugar | 6.03g | 3.57g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.3g | |
| Calcium | 127mg | 88mg |
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| Iron | 2.87mg | 1.74mg |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 20mg |
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| Phosphorus | 107mg | 139mg |
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| Potassium | 192mg | 173mg |
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| Sodium | 494mg | 624mg |
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| Zinc | 1.95mg | 0.63mg |
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| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.082mg |
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| Manganese | 0.322mg | 0.358mg |
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| Selenium | 26.2µg |
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| Vitamin A | 55IU |
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| Vitamin C | 0.6mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.247mg | 0.212mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.239mg | 0.2mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.544mg | 3.942mg |
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| Folate | 64µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 0.19µg |
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| Cholesterol | 27mg | 27mg | |
| Trans Fat | 0.428g | 0.079g |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.504g | 2.346g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.002g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.768g | 4.401g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.42g | 4.964g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.135g | 4.396g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.016g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.134g | 0.43g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0.01g |
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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
30%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 130mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is richer in minerals?
McDonald's hamburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
McDonald's hamburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.46g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.158g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (27 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)