McGriddles vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between mcGriddles and cheeseburgers?
- McGriddles are higher in phosphorus; however, cheeseburgers are richer in vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B2, zinc, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, folate, and vitamin B1.
- McGriddles' daily need coverage for phosphorus is 22% more.
We used McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES and Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain 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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +96.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +85.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +88.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +35.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +90.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +40.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +227.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -30.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +59.6% |
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 | +40.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +132.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +69.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +41.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +111.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +181.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +89.2% |
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:
16.51 g
Fats:
14.72 g
Carbs:
28.03 g
Water:
38.63 g
Other:
2.11 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +20.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +96.3% |
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Water
~38.63g
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
6.473 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.413 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.658 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -16% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +39.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +56.3% |
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:
19.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.76 g
Fructose:
1.94 g
Lactose:
0.72 g
Maltose:
0.46 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +122.2% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1285.7% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +33.3% |
~equal in
Maltose
~0.46g
~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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 19.6µg | 36% | |
| Phosphorus | 316mg | 161mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.27µg | 0.76µg | 20% |
| Iron | 1.42mg | 2.71mg | 16% |
| Protein | 8.41g | 16.51g | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.156mg | 0.363mg | 16% |
| Zinc | 0.76mg | 2.49mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.082mg | 5.217mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 737mg | 515mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.108mg | 0.228mg | 9% |
| Folate | 37µg | 70µg | 8% |
| Starch | 19.87g | 8% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.293mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 119mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 43mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 50µg | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.591g | 1.658g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 5.435g | 6.473g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.532g | 5.413g | 5% |
| Fats | 17.76g | 14.72g | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.198mg | 0.316mg | 5% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.111mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 4% | |
| Fiber | 1g | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.52mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 26mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.384mg | 0.545mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 0.14g | 1.94g | 2% |
| Potassium | 145mg | 196mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 31.25g | 28.03g | 1% |
| Calories | 312kcal | 308kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 30.25g | 26.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 11.23g | 4.88g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.956g | 0.57g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.155mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.571mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.755mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.316mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.784mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.377mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.755mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.881mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.445mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.322g | 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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42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McGriddles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McGriddles is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.038g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McGriddles is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheeseburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.35g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cheeseburger contains less Sodium (difference - 222mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)