Fish sandwich vs. Chicken McNuggets — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between fish sandwiches and chicken McNuggets
- Fish sandwiches are richer in vitamin B12, iron, and manganese, yet chicken McNuggets are richer in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for chicken McNuggets is 33% higher.
- Fish sandwiches contain 3 times more calcium than chicken McNuggets. Fish sandwiches contain 37mg of calcium, while chicken McNuggets contain 11mg.
- Fish sandwiches contain less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce and McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS.
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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 | +236.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +68.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +53.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +88.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +22.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +20.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +134.5% |
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 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +31.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +27.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +106.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +244.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +137.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +468.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.29 g
Fats:
12.45 g
Carbs:
26.69 g
Water:
48.44 g
Other:
2.13 g
Protein:
15.79 g
Fats:
19.81 g
Carbs:
15.09 g
Water:
47.13 g
Other:
2.18 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +76.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +59.1% |
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Water
~47.13g
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Other
~2.18g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.257 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.261 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.61 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -40.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +11.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +213.4% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.2 g
Fructose:
1.47 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.87 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.08 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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Starch
~0g
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Lactose
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Galactose
~0g
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 Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.15mg | 7.4mg | 33% |
| Selenium | 18µg | 33% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 0.398mg | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 116mg | 272mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.68µg | 0.33µg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.595g | 8.134g | 14% |
| Folate | 46µg | 12% | |
| Vitamin K | 13.6µg | 11% | |
| Protein | 10.29g | 15.79g | 11% |
| Fats | 12.45g | 19.81g | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.37mg | 0.88mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 0.89mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.949g | 3.261g | 6% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Manganese | 0.264mg | 0.14mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% | |
| Carbs | 26.69g | 15.09g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.257g | 5.61g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.21mg | 0.16mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 11mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.075mg | 0.049mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 44mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.47g | 0g | 2% |
| Calories | 257kcal | 302kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.11mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 602mg | 566mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 9IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 6µg | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 0.59mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 1.2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 206mg | 252mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 25.69g | 15.09g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.53g | 0.08g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.08g | 0.114g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.029g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.064g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.489g | 0.296g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.023g | 0.025g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | 0.014g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.561g | 5.105g | 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
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30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fish sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.312g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.45g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken McNuggets contains less Sodium (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)