Tempeh vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between tempeh and cheeseburgers
- Tempeh has more copper, manganese, and phosphorus; however, cheeseburgers are higher in selenium, vitamin B1,2, vitamin B1, and vitamin B3.
- Tempeh covers your daily need for copper, 50% more than cheeseburgers.
- Tempeh has 4 times more manganese than cheeseburgers. While tempeh has 1.3mg of manganese, cheeseburgers have only 0.316mg.
- Tempeh has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of cheeseburgers is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Tempeh and Fast foods, cheeseburger; 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +211.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +110.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +404.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +65.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +311.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +118.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +275.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +97.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +96% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +850% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +191.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.29 g
Fats:
10.8 g
Carbs:
7.64 g
Water:
59.65 g
Other:
1.62 g
Protein:
16.51 g
Fats:
14.72 g
Carbs:
28.03 g
Water:
38.63 g
Other:
2.11 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +22.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +54.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +36.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +266.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +30.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.539 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.205 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.3 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.473 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.413 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.658 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -60.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +159.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +68.9% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.56mg | 0.111mg | 50% |
| Manganese | 1.3mg | 0.316mg | 43% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 19.6µg | 36% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0.76µg | 28% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 515mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.293mg | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.3g | 1.658g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 2.539g | 6.473g | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.64mg | 5.217mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 266mg | 161mg | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 43mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 81mg | 26mg | 13% |
| Zinc | 1.14mg | 2.49mg | 12% |
| Folate | 24µg | 70µg | 12% |
| Protein | 20.29g | 16.51g | 8% |
| Starch | 19.87g | 8% | |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% | |
| Carbs | 7.64g | 28.03g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 50µg | 6% |
| Potassium | 412mg | 196mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.205g | 5.413g | 6% |
| Fats | 10.8g | 14.72g | 6% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 308kcal | 6% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.278mg | 0.545mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.52mg | 3% | |
| Fructose | 1.94g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.215mg | 0.228mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 119mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.64g | 26.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 2.71mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.358mg | 0.363mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.57g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.194mg | 0.155mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.796mg | 0.571mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.88mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.43mg | 1.316mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.908mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0.377mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.893mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.92mg | 0.881mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.466mg | 0.445mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.322g | 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
19%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
73%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tempeh is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 43mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tempeh is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tempeh contains less Sodium (difference - 506mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tempeh is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.934g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tempeh is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.