Porridge vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between porridge and fast food
- The amount of vitamin B12, vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, zinc, phosphorus, folate, and manganese in fast food is higher than in porridge.
- Fast food covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 37% more than porridge.
- Porridge contains less saturated fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, regular (10 minute), cooked with water, without salt and Fast foods, hamburger; 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +40.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +22.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +440% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1131.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +202.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1838.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +793.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +625% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1800% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +476.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1352% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +980.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +646.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1530.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +4800% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +566.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +127.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1047.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5619% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +199.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +590.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +17167.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1373.7% |
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 Sugar |
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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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.89µg | 37% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.52mg | 5.617mg | 32% |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 20.3µg | 32% |
| Protein | 1.44g | 16.52g | 30% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.363mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.317mg | 22% |
| Zinc | 0.13mg | 2.52mg | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 0.033g | 4.493g | 20% |
| Fats | 0.21g | 12.01g | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 15mg | 134mg | 17% |
| Folate | 12µg | 80µg | 17% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.357mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.013mg | 0.212mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 331mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.028g | 4.835g | 12% |
| Calories | 50kcal | 297kcal | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 33mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.114g | 1.68g | 10% |
| Iron | 3.74mg | 3.06mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.04mg | 0.121mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.071mg | 0.53mg | 9% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Carbs | 10.52g | 31.5g | 7% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 1.7g | 5% |
| Potassium | 16mg | 197mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 5mg | 27mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 4.9µg | 4% |
| Fructose | 2.27g | 3% | |
| Calcium | 87mg | 62mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0.38mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 9µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 10.02g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.03g | 4.88g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.045mg | 0.46mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.063mg | 0.642mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.11mg | 1.13mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.037mg | 0.785mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.027mg | 0.306mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.078mg | 0.67mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.07mg | 0.728mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.033mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
4%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Porridge is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Porridge is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Porridge contains less Sodium (difference - 325mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Porridge is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.46g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fast food is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes (66)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)