McDonald's hamburger vs. McGriddles — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mcDonald's hamburgers and mcGriddles?
- McDonald's hamburgers are richer in vitamin B12, iron, zinc, vitamin B3, folate, calcium, and vitamin B2, while mcGriddles are higher in phosphorus.
- McGriddles' daily need coverage for phosphorus is 30% higher.
- McGriddles have 3 times less vitamin B12 than mcDonald's hamburgers. McDonald's hamburgers have 0.83µg of vitamin B12, while mcGriddles have 0.27µg.
- McDonald's hamburgers are lower in sodium.
We used McDONALD'S, Hamburger and McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +101.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +32.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +102.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +21.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +156.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +62.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +195.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +18.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +53.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +47.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +207.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +73% |
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:
8.41 g
Fats:
17.76 g
Carbs:
31.25 g
Water:
40.11 g
Other:
2.47 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +76% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13.3% |
~equal in
Carbs
~31.25g
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Water
~40.11g
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
5.435 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.532 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.591 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -35.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +99.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +82.5% |
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:
0 g
Sucrose:
6.16 g
Glucose:
3.91 g
Fructose:
0.14 g
Lactose:
0.54 g
Maltose:
0.48 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +2257.1% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +31.3% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +86.2% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
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Starch
~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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 26.2µg | 48% | |
| Phosphorus | 107mg | 316mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 0.27µg | 23% |
| Iron | 2.87mg | 1.42mg | 18% |
| Fats | 10.09g | 17.76g | 12% |
| Sodium | 494mg | 737mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.95mg | 0.76mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.544mg | 3.082mg | 9% |
| Protein | 12.92g | 8.41g | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.768g | 7.532g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 3.504g | 5.435g | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.108mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.384mg | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.42g | 2.591g | 8% |
| Folate | 64µg | 37µg | 7% |
| Calcium | 127mg | 63mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.239mg | 0.156mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.322mg | 0.198mg | 5% |
| Fructose | 3.3g | 0.14g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.247mg | 0.209mg | 3% |
| Calories | 264kcal | 312kcal | 2% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.079mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 14mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 192mg | 145mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 30.28g | 31.25g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 28.98g | 30.25g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.03g | 11.23g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.428g | 0.956g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.134g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.135g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McGriddles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 243mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.931g)
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 glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)