McDonald's hamburger vs. Nachos — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mcDonald's hamburgers and nachos?
- McDonald's hamburgers are richer in selenium, vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B3, folate, vitamin B1, zinc, and vitamin B2, while nachos are higher in phosphorus.
- McDonald's hamburgers' daily need coverage for selenium is 32% higher.
- Nachos have 12 times less vitamin B12 than mcDonald's hamburgers. McDonald's hamburgers have 0.83µg of vitamin B12, while nachos have 0.07µg.
- Nachos are lower in cholesterol.
We used McDONALD'S, Hamburger and Fast foods, nachos, with cheese 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 | +101.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +282.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +50% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +126.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +72.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +204.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +88.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +85% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36.6% |
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 | +100.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +79.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +621.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1085.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +540% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +83.3% |
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:
4.32 g
Fats:
21.5 g
Carbs:
34.91 g
Water:
37.4 g
Other:
1.87 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +199.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +113.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.3% |
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
2.173 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
14.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.04 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -38% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +272.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +254.9% |
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:
28.33 g
Sucrose:
0.53 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
1.63 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 0.07µg | 32% |
| Selenium | 26.2µg | 8.6µg | 32% |
| Iron | 2.87mg | 0.75mg | 27% |
| Vitamin E | 4.08mg | 27% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.768g | 14.02g | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.42g | 5.04g | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.544mg | 0.63mg | 24% |
| Fats | 10.09g | 21.5g | 18% |
| Protein | 12.92g | 4.32g | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin K | 19.3µg | 16% | |
| Folate | 64µg | 10µg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 107mg | 198mg | 13% |
| Starch | 28.33g | 12% | |
| Zinc | 1.95mg | 0.86mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.247mg | 0.123mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 3.2g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.38mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 494mg | 313mg | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 3mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.239mg | 0.133mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 127mg | 63mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.322mg | 0.187mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3.504g | 2.173g | 6% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 42mg | 5% |
| Choline | 26.4mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 192mg | 362mg | 5% |
| Fructose | 3.3g | 0g | 4% |
| Calories | 264kcal | 343kcal | 4% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.064mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 30.28g | 34.91g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.98g | 31.71g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.03g | 2.17g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.428g | 0.058g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.156mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.521mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.156mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.094mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.229mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.25mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.134g | 0.617g | 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 | 0.032g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.011g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.135g | 4.343g | 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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Nachos is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Nachos is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.86g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nachos contains less Sodium (difference - 181mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Nachos is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.331g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 75)
Which food is richer in minerals?
McDonald's hamburger is relatively richer in minerals
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.