Table salt vs. McDonald's Big Mac — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between table salt and mcDonald's Big Mac
- McDonald's Big Mac is richer than table salt in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, iron, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin B2, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for sodium for table salt is 1665% higher.
- McDonald's Big Mac contains less sodium.
- Table salt has a lower glycemic index than mcDonald's Big Mac.
Food types used in this article are Salt, table and McDONALD'S, BIG MAC.
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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 SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1900% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +383.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2162.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +506.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +226.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1810% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +106% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0.2 g
Other:
99.8 g
Protein:
11.82 g
Fats:
14.96 g
Carbs:
20.08 g
Water:
51.3 g
Other:
1.84 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +5323.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25550% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 38758mg | 460mg | 1665% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.88µg | 37% |
| Protein | 0g | 11.82g | 24% |
| Fats | 0g | 14.96g | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 3.384mg | 21% |
| Iron | 0.33mg | 2mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 3.803g | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 0mg | 122mg | 17% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 1.91mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.209mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.176mg | 15% |
| Calories | 0kcal | 257kcal | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 36mg | 12% |
| Folate | 0µg | 46µg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 3.474g | 9% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 116mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.098mg | 8% |
| Carbs | 0g | 20.08g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.6g | 6% |
| Magnesium | 1mg | 20mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.1mg | 0.206mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 8mg | 181mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.306g | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.69g | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 18.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 3.97g | N/A |
| Selenium | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.588g | N/A |
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
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23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
510%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Table salt is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Table salt is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.97g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Table salt is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.803g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Table salt is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's Big Mac contains less Sodium (difference - 38298mg)
Which food is cheaper?
McDonald's Big Mac is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
McDonald's Big Mac is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.