Summer squash vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between summer squash and chicken sandwich
- Summer squash has more vitamin C, while chicken sandwich has more vitamin B3, selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B5, iron, vitamin E, vitamin B1, and vitamin B6.
- Chicken sandwich covers your daily need for vitamin B3, 45% more than summer squash.
- Summer squash contains 21 times more vitamin C than chicken sandwich. While summer squash contains 17mg of vitamin C, chicken sandwich contains only 0.8mg.
- The amount of sodium in summer squash is lower.
- Summer squash has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of summer squash is 13, while the glycemic index of chicken sandwich is 74.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Squash, summer, all varieties, raw and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -99.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +41.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +286.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +405.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +31.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +110.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +386.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +25.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +9850% |
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 | +2025% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1908.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +379.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +111.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1485.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +674.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +75.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +183.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +62.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +426.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.21 g
Fats:
0.18 g
Carbs:
3.35 g
Water:
94.64 g
Other:
0.62 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +93.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1245.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6116.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +523.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +335.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.044 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.089 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +27906.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3469.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.03 g
Glucose:
0.75 g
Fructose:
0.95 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.5 g
Sucrose:
1.15 g
Glucose:
0.79 g
Fructose:
0.97 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.73 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +3733.3% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Glucose
~0.79g
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Fructose
~0.97g
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Lactose
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Galactose
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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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.487mg | 7.72mg | 45% |
| Selenium | 0.2µg | 19.9µg | 36% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 753mg | 33% |
| Protein | 1.21g | 16.28g | 30% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.155mg | 1.2mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 38mg | 185mg | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.089g | 3.177g | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 0.8mg | 18% |
| Iron | 0.35mg | 1.77mg | 18% |
| Fats | 0.18g | 11.19g | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.048mg | 0.23mg | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 0.12mg | 2.41mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.218mg | 0.383mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.142mg | 0.3mg | 12% |
| Calories | 16kcal | 250kcal | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 35mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 4.481g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.044g | 2.123g | 9% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 7% | |
| Carbs | 3.35g | 20.89g | 6% |
| Choline | 6.7mg | 35.3mg | 5% |
| Folate | 29µg | 47µg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 3µg | 8.5µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.13µg | 5% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 58mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.29mg | 0.61mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 24mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.175mg | 0.219mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.051mg | 0.067mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 5IU | 1% |
| Potassium | 262mg | 245mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 10µg | 3µg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 1.4g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 2.25g | 19.49g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.2g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.03g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.069mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.017mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.041mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.053mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.95g | 0.97g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | 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
16%
44%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
12%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Summer squash is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Summer squash is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.44g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Summer squash contains less Sodium (difference - 751mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Summer squash is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.079g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Summer squash is lower in glycemic index (difference - 61)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)