Pizza vs. McDonald's Quarter Pounder — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Pizza and McDonald's Quarter Pounder
- Pizza has more Vitamin B1, Phosphorus, Calcium, Folate, and Manganese, however, McDonald's Quarter Pounder is higher in Vitamin B12, Zinc, and Vitamin B2.
- McDonald's Quarter Pounder covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 36% more than Pizza.
- Pizza has 2 times more Calcium than McDonald's Quarter Pounder. While Pizza has 188mg of Calcium, McDonald's Quarter Pounder has only 84mg.
- McDonald's Quarter Pounder has less Sodium.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, cheese topping, regular crust and McDONALD'S, QUARTER POUNDER.
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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 | +123.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +74.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +80.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +32% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +100.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -28.6% |
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 | +55.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +539.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +113.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +76.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +16.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +204.8% |
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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:
14.1 g
Fats:
11.55 g
Carbs:
22.17 g
Water:
50.37 g
Other:
1.81 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +50.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +19.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.7% |
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
4.008 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.202 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.283 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +494% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -10.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +61.1% |
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:
0.22 g
Glucose:
1.91 g
Fructose:
2.2 g
Lactose:
0.07 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +500% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +43.8% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +144.9% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +120% |
~equal in
Sucrose
~0.22g
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 Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 266kcal | 244kcal |
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| Protein | 11.39g | 14.1g |
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| Fats | 9.69g | 11.55g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 0.9mg |
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| Net carbs | 31.03g | 20.57g |
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| Carbs | 33.33g | 22.17g |
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| Cholesterol | 17mg | 39mg |
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| Magnesium | 24mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 188mg | 84mg |
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| Potassium | 172mg | 227mg |
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| Iron | 2.48mg | 2.41mg |
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| Sugar | 3.58g | 5.13g |
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| Fiber | 2.3g | 1.6g |
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| Copper | 0.105mg | 0.107mg |
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| Zinc | 1.34mg | 2.69mg |
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| Starch | 26.95g |
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| Phosphorus | 216mg | 124mg |
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| Sodium | 598mg | 427mg |
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| Vitamin A | 358IU | 56IU |
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| Vitamin A | 69µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.83mg |
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| Manganese | 0.36mg | 0.199mg |
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| Selenium | 19.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.39mg | 0.183mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.195mg | 0.344mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.825mg | 4.452mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.42µg | 1.28µg |
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| Vitamin K | 6.7µg |
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| Folate | 93µg | 56µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.241g | 0.724g |
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| Choline | 16.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.465g | 4.008g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.608g | 4.202g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.681g | 0.283g |
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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 | 2.2g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.175g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.367g |
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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
33%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pizza is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 22mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pizza is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.55g)
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 contains less Sodium?
McDonald's Quarter Pounder contains less Sodium (difference - 171mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
McDonald's Quarter Pounder is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.457g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's Quarter Pounder is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)