McDonald's hamburger vs. Pizza — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between mcDonald's hamburgers and pizza?
- McDonald's hamburgers are higher in vitamin B12, selenium, and zinc; however, pizza is richer in phosphorus, vitamin B1, folate, and calcium.
- McDonald's hamburgers' daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 17% more.
- McDonald's hamburgers have less sodium.
We used McDONALD'S, Hamburger and Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, cheese topping, regular crust types in this article.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +11.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +15.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +45.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -17.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +31.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +14.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +48% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +101.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +11.8% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +22.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +18.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +97.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +57.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +45.3% |
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:
11.39 g
Fats:
9.69 g
Carbs:
33.33 g
Water:
43.17 g
Other:
2.42 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +10.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11% |
~equal in
Fats
~9.69g
~equal in
Water
~43.17g
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
4.465 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.608 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.681 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -21.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +44.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +18.4% |
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:
26.95 g
Sucrose:
0.2 g
Glucose:
0.78 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0.42 g
Maltose:
1.05 g
Galactose:
0.13 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +169.2% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +230% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +66.7% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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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| Rich in vitamins |
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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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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 0.42µg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 107mg | 216mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.247mg | 0.39mg | 12% |
| Starch | 26.95g | 11% | |
| Selenium | 26.2µg | 19.9µg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 69µg | 8% | |
| Folate | 64µg | 93µg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.95mg | 1.34mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 6.7µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.83mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 127mg | 188mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 494mg | 598mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2.87mg | 2.48mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 3.504g | 4.465g | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.544mg | 3.825mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 2.3g | 4% |
| Choline | 16.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.239mg | 0.195mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.768g | 2.608g | 3% |
| Fructose | 3.3g | 1g | 3% |
| Protein | 12.92g | 11.39g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 17mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.322mg | 0.36mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.42g | 1.681g | 2% |
| Carbs | 30.28g | 33.33g | 1% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 192mg | 172mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 1.4mg | 1% |
| Fats | 10.09g | 9.69g | 1% |
| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.105mg | 1% |
| Calories | 264kcal | 266kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 28.98g | 31.03g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.03g | 3.58g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.428g | 0.241g | N/A |
| Threonine | 0.41mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.564mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.139mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.77mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.264mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.664mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.72mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.355mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.134g | 0.175g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.135g | 1.367g | 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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pizza is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pizza is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.45g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pizza is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 104mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.961g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
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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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.