McGriddles vs. Hot dog — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mcGriddles and hot dogs different?
- McGriddles are richer in phosphorus, vitamin B1, folate, and manganese, while hot dogs are higher in vitamin B12.
- Hot dogs cover your daily need for vitamin B12, 54% more than mcGriddles.
- McGriddles are lower in saturated fat.
McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES and Frankfurter, meat types were used 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 IronIron | +30.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +53.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +340% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +57.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +22.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +57.9% |
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 | +280% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +28.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +15.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +23.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +516.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +53.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +481.5% |
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:
10.26 g
Fats:
25.76 g
Carbs:
4.17 g
Water:
56.31 g
Other:
3.5 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +649.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +22% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +45% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +40.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +41.7% |
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
7.666 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.386 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.404 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -29.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +51.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +70% |
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 price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.27µg | 1.57µg | 54% |
| Selenium | 12.5µg | 23% | |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 77mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 316mg | 206mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 737mg | 1090mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.055mg | 13% |
| Fats | 17.76g | 25.76g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.591g | 4.404g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.532g | 11.386g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 5.435g | 7.666g | 10% |
| Carbs | 31.25g | 4.17g | 9% |
| Folate | 37µg | 6µg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.198mg | 0.045mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 0g | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.76mg | 1.2mg | 4% |
| Protein | 8.41g | 10.26g | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.108mg | 0.166mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 99mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.42mg | 1.09mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.156mg | 0.121mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.082mg | 2.665mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.097mg | 2% |
| Calories | 312kcal | 290kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.384mg | 0.31mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 30.25g | 4.17g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 15mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 145mg | 152mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 11.23g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.956g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.474mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.53mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.907mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.963mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.291mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.445mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.555mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.331mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.14g | 0% |
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
20%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McGriddles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 53mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McGriddles contains less Sodium (difference - 353mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McGriddles is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.231g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McGriddles is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hot dog is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.23g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hot dog is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.