Pizza vs. McChicken Sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Pizza and McChicken Sandwich
- Pizza is richer in Vitamin B1, Phosphorus, Calcium, Vitamin B12, Iron, and Zinc, yet McChicken Sandwich is richer in Monounsaturated Fat, and Polyunsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B1 from Pizza is 15% higher.
- Pizza contains 2 times more Vitamin B12 than McChicken Sandwich. Pizza contains 0.42µg of Vitamin B12, while McChicken Sandwich contains 0.19µg.
- McChicken Sandwich contains less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, cheese topping, regular crust and McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +20% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +113.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +42.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +28% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +112.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +55.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +84% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +121.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
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Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.39 g
Fats:
9.69 g
Carbs:
33.33 g
Water:
43.17 g
Other:
2.42 g
Protein:
10.43 g
Fats:
13.21 g
Carbs:
27.97 g
Water:
46.11 g
Other:
2.28 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +19.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +36.3% |
~equal in
Protein
~10.43g
~equal in
Water
~46.11g
~equal in
Other
~2.28g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.465 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.608 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.681 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.346 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.401 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.964 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -47.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +68.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +195.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
26.95 g
Sucrose:
0.2 g
Glucose:
0.78 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0.42 g
Maltose:
1.05 g
Galactose:
0.13 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.17 g
Glucose:
1.03 g
Fructose:
1.93 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +17.6% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +144.2% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +32.1% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +93% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 266kcal | 273kcal |
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| Protein | 11.39g | 10.43g |
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| Fats | 9.69g | 13.21g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 31.03g | 26.67g |
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| Carbs | 33.33g | 27.97g |
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| Cholesterol | 17mg | 27mg |
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| Magnesium | 24mg | 20mg |
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| Calcium | 188mg | 88mg |
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| Potassium | 172mg | 173mg |
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| Iron | 2.48mg | 1.74mg |
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| Sugar | 3.58g | 3.57g |
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| Fiber | 2.3g | 1.3g |
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| Copper | 0.105mg | 0.082mg |
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| Zinc | 1.34mg | 0.63mg |
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| Starch | 26.95g |
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| Phosphorus | 216mg | 139mg |
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| Sodium | 598mg | 624mg |
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| Vitamin A | 358IU |
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| Vitamin A | 69µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.83mg |
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| Manganese | 0.36mg | 0.358mg |
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| Selenium | 19.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.212mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.2mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.825mg | 3.942mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.42µg | 0.19µg |
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| Vitamin K | 6.7µg |
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| Folate | 93µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.241g | 0.079g |
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| Choline | 16.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.465g | 2.346g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.608g | 4.401g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.681g | 4.964g |
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| Threonine | 0.41mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.564mg |
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| Leucine | 1.139mg |
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| Lysine | 0.77mg |
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| Methionine | 0.264mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.664mg |
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| Valine | 0.72mg |
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| Histidine | 0.355mg |
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| Fructose | 1g | 1.93g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.175g | 0.43g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | 0.016g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.367g | 4.396g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
33%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pizza is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pizza contains less Sodium (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pizza is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pizza is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pizza is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.01g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.119g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)