McFlurry vs. Hash browns — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between McFlurry and Hash browns
- McFlurry is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, Calcium, and Vitamin B5, yet Hash browns are richer in Vitamin E, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Fiber, and Vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from McFlurry is 25% higher.
- McFlurry contains 7 times more Calcium than Hash browns. McFlurry contains 135mg of Calcium, while Hash browns contain 19mg.
- McFlurry contains less Sodium.
Food types used in this article are McDONALD'S, McFLURRY with M&M'S CANDIES and Fast foods, potatoes, hash browns, round pieces or patty.
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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 | +610.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +50% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +23.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +70.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +122.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +127.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +243.5% |
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 AVitamin A | +15500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +539.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +92.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3175% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +168.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1222.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +250.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.02 g
Fats:
6.46 g
Carbs:
26.82 g
Water:
61.74 g
Other:
0.96 g
Protein:
2.58 g
Fats:
17.04 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
49.27 g
Other:
2.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +55.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +163.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +132.3% |
~equal in
Carbs
~28.88g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.402 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.67 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.282 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.54 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.827 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.665 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -25.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +368.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1908.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
16.9 g
Glucose:
0.75 g
Fructose:
0.21 g
Lactose:
6.23 g
Maltose:
0.28 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
25.74 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.31 g
Fructose:
0.24 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +141.9% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +14.3% |
~equal in
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 177kcal | 272kcal |
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| Protein | 4.02g | 2.58g |
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| Fats | 6.46g | 17.04g |
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| Vitamin C | 5.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 26.62g | 26.18g |
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| Carbs | 26.82g | 28.88g |
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| Cholesterol | 16mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 17mg | 21mg |
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| Calcium | 135mg | 19mg |
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| Potassium | 208mg | 355mg |
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| Iron | 0.27mg | 0.6mg |
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| Sugar | 24.37g | 0.56g |
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| Fiber | 0.2g | 2.7g |
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| Copper | 0.044mg | 0.1mg |
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| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.36mg |
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| Starch | 25.74g |
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| Phosphorus | 116mg | 98mg |
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| Sodium | 54mg | 566mg |
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| Vitamin A | 312IU | 2IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 2.62mg |
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| Manganese | 0.046mg | 0.158mg |
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| Selenium | 0.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.137mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.243mg | 0.038mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.139mg | 1.838mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.73mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.053mg | 0.186mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.6µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 9.9µg |
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| Folate | 3µg | 12µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.281g | 0.056g |
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| Choline | 17.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.402g | 2.54g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.67g | 7.827g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.282g | 5.665g |
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| Fructose | 0.21g | 0.24g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.441g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.03g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.131g |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
McFlurry contains less Sodium (difference - 512mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McFlurry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hash browns is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hash browns is lower in Sugar (difference - 23.81g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Hash browns is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.862g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hash browns is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hash browns is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)