McGriddles vs. Pepperoni Pizza — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between McGriddles and Pepperoni Pizza
- McGriddles have more Phosphorus, however, Pepperoni Pizza is higher in Vitamin B12, Iron, Calcium, Vitamin B2, Zinc, Manganese, and Vitamin B1.
- McGriddles covers your daily need of Phosphorus 16% more than Pepperoni Pizza.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES and PIZZA HUT 12" Pepperoni Pizza, Pan Crust.
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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 | +54.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +57.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +131.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +37.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +50.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +32.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +102.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +82.3% |
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 FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +37.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +62.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +24.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +29.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +137% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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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:
11.97 g
Fats:
14.21 g
Carbs:
30.49 g
Water:
40.8 g
Other:
2.53 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +25% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.3% |
~equal in
Carbs
~30.49g
~equal in
Water
~40.8g
~equal in
Other
~2.53g
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
5.271 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.415 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.465 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +70.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +33.7% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~5.271g
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:
23.13 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.4 g
Fructose:
0.37 g
Lactose:
0.35 g
Maltose:
2.01 g
Galactose:
0.07 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +877.5% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +54.3% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +164.3% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +318.8% |
| 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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 312kcal | 298kcal |
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| Protein | 8.41g | 11.97g |
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| Fats | 17.76g | 14.21g |
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| Net carbs | 30.25g | 28.69g |
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| Carbs | 31.25g | 30.49g |
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| Cholesterol | 24mg | 25mg |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 63mg | 146mg |
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| Potassium | 145mg | 199mg |
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| Iron | 1.42mg | 2.14mg |
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| Sugar | 11.23g | 3.2g |
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| Fiber | 1g | 1.8g |
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| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.105mg |
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| Zinc | 0.76mg | 1.54mg |
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| Starch | 23.13g |
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| Phosphorus | 316mg | 205mg |
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| Sodium | 737mg | 692mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 171IU |
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| Vitamin A | 47µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.78mg |
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| Manganese | 0.198mg | 0.361mg |
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| Selenium | 20.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.287mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.156mg | 0.254mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.082mg | 3.84mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.384mg | 0.378mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.108mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.27µg | 0.64µg |
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| Vitamin K | 19.3µg |
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| Folate | 37µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.956g |
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| Saturated Fat | 5.435g | 5.271g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.532g | 4.415g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.591g | 3.465g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.116mg |
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| Threonine | 0.374mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.487mg |
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| Leucine | 0.952mg |
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| Lysine | 0.652mg |
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| Methionine | 0.247mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.564mg |
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| Valine | 0.604mg |
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| Histidine | 0.322mg |
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| Fructose | 0.14g | 0.37g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.357g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.025g |
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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%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
57%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pepperoni Pizza is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pepperoni Pizza contains less Sodium (difference - 45mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pepperoni Pizza is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.164g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pepperoni Pizza is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pepperoni Pizza is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McGriddles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McGriddles is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)