McGriddles vs. KFC Fried Chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between McGriddles and KFC Fried Chicken
- McGriddles have more Vitamin B1, Phosphorus, and Iron, however, KFC Fried Chicken have more Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, and Calcium.
- KFC Fried Chicken's daily need coverage for Cholesterol is 19% more.
- McGriddles are lower in Saturated Fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES and KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Skin and Breading.
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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 | +61.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +25.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +78.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +85.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +68.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +14.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +50.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +161.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +26.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +75.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +129.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +29.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +18.5% |
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:
14.17 g
Fats:
28.01 g
Carbs:
18.79 g
Water:
35.52 g
Other:
3.51 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +66.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +68.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +57.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +42.1% |
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
6.343 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
14.448 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.375 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -14.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +91.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +107.4% |
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:
16.72 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
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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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 312kcal | 384kcal |
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| Protein | 8.41g | 14.17g |
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| Fats | 17.76g | 28.01g |
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| Net carbs | 30.25g | 18.79g |
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| Carbs | 31.25g | 18.79g |
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| Cholesterol | 24mg | 82mg |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 25mg |
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| Calcium | 63mg | 117mg |
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| Potassium | 145mg | 244mg |
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| Iron | 1.42mg | 0.88mg |
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| Sugar | 11.23g | 0g |
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| Fiber | 1g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.082mg |
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| Zinc | 0.76mg | 0.87mg |
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| Starch | 16.72g |
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| Phosphorus | 316mg | 252mg |
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| Sodium | 737mg | 1042mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 66IU |
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| Vitamin A | 20µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.2mg |
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| Manganese | 0.198mg | 0.298mg |
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| Selenium | 17.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.156mg | 0.197mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.082mg | 5.42mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.384mg | 0.88mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.108mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.27µg | 0.32µg |
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| Folate | 37µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.956g | 0.214g |
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| Saturated Fat | 5.435g | 6.343g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.532g | 14.448g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.591g | 5.375g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.108mg |
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| Threonine | 0.467mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.416mg |
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| Leucine | 0.864mg |
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| Lysine | 0.615mg |
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| Methionine | 0.205mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.542mg |
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| Valine | 0.516mg |
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| Histidine | 0.337mg |
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| Fructose | 0.14g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.764g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.023g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g |
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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
40%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McGriddles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McGriddles contains less Sodium (difference - 305mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
McGriddles is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.908g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
KFC Fried Chicken is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.23g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
KFC Fried Chicken is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
KFC Fried Chicken is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)