McGriddles vs. Submarine sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between mcGriddles and submarine sandwich
- McGriddles have more phosphorus; however, submarine sandwich has more vitamin B1, calcium, vitamin B2, vitamin C, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and folate.
- McGriddles' daily need coverage for phosphorus is 29% more.
- McGriddles have 2 times more saturated fat than submarine sandwich. McGriddles have 5.435g of saturated fat, while submarine sandwich has 3.554g.
The food varieties used in the comparison are McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES and Fast foods, submarine sandwich, cold cut on white bread with lettuce and tomato.
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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 | +182.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +42.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +171.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +94.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +27.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +38.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -22% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +78.8% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +22.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +64.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +71.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +40.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +44.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +88% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +78.4% |
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:
10.52 g
Fats:
10.04 g
Carbs:
20.43 g
Water:
56.51 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +76.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +53% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +25.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +40.9% |
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Other
~2.5g
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
3.554 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.716 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.927 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +102.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +34.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -34.6% |
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:
15.67 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.23 g
Fructose:
1.4 g
Lactose:
0.08 g
Maltose:
0.47 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +217.9% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +575% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +900% |
~equal in
Maltose
~0.47g
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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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 19.9µg | 36% | |
| Phosphorus | 316mg | 112mg | 29% |
| Fats | 17.76g | 10.04g | 12% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 171mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.343mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.532g | 3.716g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 5.435g | 3.554g | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.156mg | 0.267mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 7.5mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.082mg | 4.323mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.108mg | 0.203mg | 7% |
| Folate | 37µg | 66µg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.198mg | 0.354mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 737mg | 575mg | 7% |
| Starch | 15.67g | 6% | |
| Choline | 29.1mg | 5% | |
| Calories | 312kcal | 213kcal | 5% |
| Iron | 1.42mg | 1.81mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.591g | 1.927g | 4% |
| Carbs | 31.25g | 20.43g | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.5µg | 4% | |
| Protein | 8.41g | 10.52g | 4% |
| Potassium | 145mg | 282mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.384mg | 0.555mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.76mg | 1.05mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.41mg | 3% | |
| Fructose | 0.14g | 1.4g | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.27µg | 0.22µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 22µg | 2% | |
| Fiber | 1g | 1.2g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 27mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.084mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 30.25g | 19.23g | N/A |
| Sugar | 11.23g | 3.18g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.956g | 0.119g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.1mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.331mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.431mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.752mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.491mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.21mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.431mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.501mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.301mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.104g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.048g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.665g | N/A |
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
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35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Submarine sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.05g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Submarine sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 162mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Submarine sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.881g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Submarine sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Submarine sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McGriddles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
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 ($)