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Pecan pie vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between pecan pie and cheeseburgers

  • Pecan pie is richer in manganese, yet cheeseburgers are richer in vitamin B3, vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B2, selenium, zinc, and vitamin B6.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for cheeseburgers is 27% higher.
  • Pecan pie contains 2 times more manganese than cheeseburgers. Pecan pie contains 0.712mg of manganese, while cheeseburgers contain 0.316mg.
  • Cheeseburgers contain less cholesterol.

Food types used in this article are Pie, pecan, prepared from recipe and Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 19% 9.6% 12% 56% 70% 28% 40% 34% 93% 65%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 19% 36% 17% 102% 37% 68% 69% 67% 41% 107%
Contains more CopperCopper +90.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -49.1%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +125.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +271.9%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +47.4%
Contains more IronIron +83.1%
Contains more ZincZinc +144.1%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +71.3%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +63.3%
~equal in Magnesium ~26mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0.67% 27% 0% 0% 47% 42% 16% 29% 14% 21% 0% 20% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 17% 10% 1.5% 73% 84% 98% 33% 53% 95% 11% 53% 16%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +64%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +55.9%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +101.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +515.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +13.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +280%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +347.1%
Contains more FolateFolate +169.2%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
5% 22% 52% 20%
Protein: 4.9 g
Fats: 22.2 g
Carbs: 52.2 g
Water: 19.5 g
Other: 1.2 g
17% 15% 28% 39% 2%
Protein: 16.51 g
Fats: 14.72 g
Carbs: 28.03 g
Water: 38.63 g
Other: 2.11 g
Contains more FatsFats +50.8%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +86.2%
Contains more ProteinProtein +236.9%
Contains more WaterWater +98.1%
Contains more OtherOther +75.8%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
19% 54% 27%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.989 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 11.181 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.71 g
48% 40% 12%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 6.473 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.413 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.658 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -38.4%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +106.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +244.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Pecan pie Cheeseburger
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Pecan pie Cheeseburger DV% diff.
Polyunsaturated fat 5.71g 1.658g 27%
Vitamin B3 0.847mg 5.217mg 27%
Vitamin B12 0.17µg 0.76µg 25%
Protein 4.9g 16.51g 23%
Manganese 0.712mg 0.316mg 17%
Iron 1.48mg 2.71mg 15%
Cholesterol 87mg 43mg 15%
Vitamin B2 0.18mg 0.363mg 14%
Selenium 12µg 19.6µg 14%
Monounsaturated fat 11.181g 5.413g 14%
Zinc 1.02mg 2.49mg 13%
Vitamin B6 0.06mg 0.228mg 13%
Fats 22.2g 14.72g 12%
Folate 26µg 70µg 11%
Copper 0.211mg 0.111mg 11%
Sodium 262mg 515mg 11%
Saturated fat 3.989g 6.473g 11%
Phosphorus 94mg 161mg 10%
Calcium 32mg 119mg 9%
Vitamin B1 0.188mg 0.293mg 9%
Fiber 2g 8%
Starch 19.87g 8%
Carbs 52.2g 28.03g 8%
Choline 28.9mg 5%
Calories 412kcal 308kcal 5%
Vitamin A 82µg 50µg 4%
Vitamin K 4.2µg 4%
Vitamin E 0.52mg 3%
Fructose 1.94g 2%
Potassium 133mg 196mg 2%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 1%
Vitamin B5 0.479mg 0.545mg 1%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0mg 0%
Net carbs 52.2g 26.03g N/A
Vitamin D 2IU 0%
Magnesium 26mg 26mg 0%
Sugar 4.88g N/A
Trans fat 0.57g N/A
Tryptophan 0.069mg 0.155mg 0%
Threonine 0.189mg 0.571mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.223mg 0.755mg 0%
Leucine 0.372mg 1.316mg 0%
Lysine 0.248mg 0.784mg 0%
Methionine 0.125mg 0.377mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.25mg 0.755mg 0%
Valine 0.255mg 0.881mg 0%
Histidine 0.116mg 0.445mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.001g 0.005g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.008g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.125g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.01g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.015g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.004g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 1.322g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Pecan pie Cheeseburger
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
17%
Pecan pie
42%
Cheeseburger
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
Pecan pie
56%
Cheeseburger

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pecan pie
Pecan pie is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pecan pie
Pecan pie contains less Sodium (difference - 253mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pecan pie
Pecan pie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.484g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pecan pie
Pecan pie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 44mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Pecan pie - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172786/nutrients
  2. Cheeseburger - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170690/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.