McDonald's hamburger vs. Fish sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between McDonald's hamburger and Fish sandwich
- Fish sandwich has less Iron, Vitamin B3, Selenium, Zinc, Calcium, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B12 than McDonald's hamburger.
- McDonald's hamburger covers your daily need of Iron 17% more than Fish sandwich.
- McDonald's hamburger has 4 times more Zinc than Fish sandwich. While McDonald's hamburger has 1.95mg of Zinc, Fish sandwich has only 0.49mg.
- Fish sandwich has less Saturated Fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison McDONALD'S, Hamburger and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce.
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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
+243.2%
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Iron
+91.3%
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Sodium
-17.9%
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Zinc
+298%
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Copper
+28%
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Manganese
+22%
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Selenium
+45.6%
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Magnesium
+19%
Equal in Phosphorus - 116
Equal in Potassium - 206
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Calcium
+243.2%
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Iron
+91.3%
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Sodium
-17.9%
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Zinc
+298%
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Copper
+28%
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Manganese
+22%
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Selenium
+45.6%
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Magnesium
+19%
Equal in Phosphorus - 116
Equal in Potassium - 206
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
+17.6%
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Vitamin B2
+70.7%
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Vitamin B3
+111.3%
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Folate
+39.1%
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Vitamin B12
+22.1%
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Vitamin A
+58.2%
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Vitamin C
+200%
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Vitamin B1
+17.6%
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Vitamin B2
+70.7%
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Vitamin B3
+111.3%
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Folate
+39.1%
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Vitamin B12
+22.1%
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Vitamin A
+58.2%
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Vitamin C
+200%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+25.6%
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Carbs
+13.5%
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Fats
+23.4%
Equal in Water - 48.44
Equal in Other - 2.13
Protein:
12.92 g
Fats:
10.09 g
Carbs:
30.28 g
Water:
44.53 g
Other:
2.18 g
Protein:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
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Protein
+25.6%
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Carbs
+13.5%
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Fats
+23.4%
Equal in Water - 48.44
Equal in Other - 2.13
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Monounsaturated Fat
+45.2%
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Saturated Fat
-44.4%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+340.6%
Saturated Fat:
3.504 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
3.768 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
1.42 g
Saturated Fat:
1.949 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
6.257 g
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Monounsaturated Fat
+45.2%
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Saturated Fat
-44.4%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+340.6%
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Glucose
+75%
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Fructose
+124.5%
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Maltose
+38.1%
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 g
Glucose:
1.2 g
Fructose:
1.47 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.87 g
Galactose:
0 g
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Glucose
+75%
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Fructose
+124.5%
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Maltose
+38.1%
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 28.98g | 25.69g |
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| Protein | 12.92g | 10.29g |
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| Fats | 10.09g | 12.45g |
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| Carbs | 30.28g | 26.69g |
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| Calories | 264kcal | 257kcal |
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| Fructose | 3.3g | 1.47g |
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| Sugar | 6.03g | 3.53g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 1g |
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| Calcium | 127mg | 37mg |
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| Iron | 2.87mg | 1.5mg |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 25mg |
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| Phosphorus | 107mg | 116mg |
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| Potassium | 192mg | 206mg |
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| Sodium | 494mg | 602mg |
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| Zinc | 1.95mg | 0.49mg |
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| Copper | 0.096mg | 0.075mg |
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| Manganese | 0.322mg | 0.264mg |
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| Selenium | 26.2µg | 18µg |
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| Vitamin A | 55IU | 87IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 6µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.55mg |
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| Vitamin D | 9IU |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 1.8mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.247mg | 0.21mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.239mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.544mg | 2.15mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.37mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg |
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| Folate | 64µg | 46µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 0.68µg |
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| Vitamin K | 13.6µg |
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| Cholesterol | 27mg | 35mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.428g | 0.08g |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.504g | 1.949g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.064g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0.029g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.003g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.768g | 2.595g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.42g | 6.257g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.135g | 5.561g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | 0.023g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.134g | 0.489g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | 0.002g |
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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%
29%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 108mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's hamburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fish sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.5g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.555g)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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