Monterey Jack vs. Chicken fingers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between monterey Jack and chicken fingers?
- Monterey Jack is richer in calcium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin B2, yet chicken fingers are richer in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, and vitamin E.
- Monterey Jack's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 83% higher.
- Monterey Jack has 44 times more calcium than chicken fingers. Monterey Jack has 746mg of calcium, while chicken fingers have 17mg.
- Chicken fingers contain less saturated fat.
- Monterey Jack has a lower glycemic index than chicken fingers.
We used Cheese, monterey and Fast foods, chicken tenders types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +4288.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +322.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +57.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -22% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +360.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +115.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1972.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +20.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +6500% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +117.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +418.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1119.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +633.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +8735.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +492.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +439.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +220% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +183.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.48 g
Fats:
30.28 g
Carbs:
0.68 g
Water:
41.01 g
Other:
3.55 g
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +117.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +20.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2436.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +13.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
19.066 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.751 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.899 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +81.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -86.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +543.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 19.066g | 2.493g | 75% |
| Calcium | 746mg | 17mg | 73% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.093mg | 8.217mg | 51% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.899g | 5.783g | 33% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 0.16µg | 28% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.079mg | 0.426mg | 27% |
| Fats | 30.28g | 13.95g | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 444mg | 282mg | 23% |
| Vitamin A | 198µg | 3µg | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.21mg | 1.244mg | 21% |
| Zinc | 3mg | 0.71mg | 21% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 3.17mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.39mg | 0.179mg | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 48mg | 14% |
| Protein | 24.48g | 19.22g | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.751g | 4.83g | 10% |
| Potassium | 81mg | 373mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.228mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.11mg | 8% |
| Starch | 17.03g | 7% | |
| Sodium | 600mg | 769mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 0.68g | 17.25g | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 8µg | 5% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 43.7mg | 5% |
| Calories | 373kcal | 271kcal | 5% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 17.5µg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.2g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.032mg | 0.069mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0.2µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 22IU | 7IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.68g | 16.05g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 28mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.72mg | 0.73mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Folate | 18µg | 19µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.315mg | 0.222mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.871mg | 0.803mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.519mg | 0.845mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.344mg | 1.553mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.037mg | 1.616mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.641mg | 0.518mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.289mg | 1.437mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.635mg | 0.908mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.859mg | 0.655mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | 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
26%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Monterey Jack contains less Sodium (difference - 169mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Monterey Jack is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken fingers is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 41mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken fingers is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.1g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken fingers is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.573g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chicken fingers is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins