McGriddles vs. Burger King Whopper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between mcGriddles and Burger King Whopper
- McGriddles have more phosphorus, copper, and monounsaturated fat; however, Burger King Whopper is richer in iron, zinc, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Burger King Whopper covers your daily iron needs 37% more than mcGriddles.
- Burger King Whopper has 6 times less copper than mcGriddles. McGriddles have 0.079mg of copper, while Burger King Whopper has 0.013mg.
- Burger King Whopper contains less sodium.
Specific food types used in this comparison are McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES and BURGER KING, WHOPPER, no cheese.
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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 | +61.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +507.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +251.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +28.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +16.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +207.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +272.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -57.5% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +122% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +18.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +12.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +27% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.41 g
Fats:
17.76 g
Carbs:
31.25 g
Water:
40.11 g
Other:
2.47 g
Protein:
10.74 g
Fats:
12.84 g
Carbs:
18.55 g
Water:
56.43 g
Other:
1.44 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +38.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +68.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +71.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +40.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.435 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.532 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.591 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.25 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.685 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.389 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +60.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -21.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +30.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
Starch:
13.53 g
Sucrose:
1.7 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
1.73 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.67 g
Galactose:
0.11 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +262.4% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1135.7% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +39.6% |
| 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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 1.42mg | 4.37mg | 37% |
| Selenium | 18.2µg | 33% | |
| Phosphorus | 316mg | 90mg | 32% |
| Zinc | 0.76mg | 2.83mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 737mg | 313mg | 18% |
| Vitamin K | 19.5µg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.27µg | 11% | |
| Fats | 17.76g | 12.84g | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.532g | 4.685g | 7% |
| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.013mg | 7% |
| Starch | 13.53g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.591g | 3.389g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 5.435g | 4.25g | 5% |
| Protein | 8.41g | 10.74g | 5% |
| Calories | 312kcal | 233kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.384mg | 0.173mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 31.25g | 18.55g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 1.8g | 3% |
| Folate | 37µg | 47µg | 3% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 39mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 30mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.14g | 1.73g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.108mg | 0.091mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.082mg | 2.873mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.156mg | 0.175mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.198mg | 0.18mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 145mg | 169mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.215mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 30.25g | 16.75g | N/A |
| Sugar | 11.23g | 4.22g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.956g | 0.507g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.374mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.345mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.762mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.593mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.208mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.461mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.416mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.253mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.275g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.757g | 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
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21%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McGriddles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McGriddles is lower in glycemic index (difference - 61)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Burger King Whopper is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.01g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Burger King Whopper contains less Sodium (difference - 424mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Burger King Whopper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.185g)
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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