Tikka Masala vs. Chicken McNuggets — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Tikka Masala and Chicken McNuggets
- Tikka Masala has more Calcium, and Iron, however, Chicken McNuggets are higher in Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12.
- Chicken McNuggets covers your daily need of Vitamin B3 31% more than Tikka Masala.
- Tikka Masala has 50 times more Sugar than Chicken McNuggets. While Tikka Masala has 4g of Sugar, Chicken McNuggets have only 0.08g.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison KASHI Pizza, Tikka Masala, single serve, frozen, unprepared 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 | +781.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +57.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -56.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +18% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +253.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +25% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +196% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +895% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +65% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.2 g
Fats:
5.9 g
Carbs:
29.5 g
Water:
49 g
Other:
5.4 g
Protein:
15.79 g
Fats:
19.81 g
Carbs:
15.09 g
Water:
47.13 g
Other:
2.18 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +95.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +147.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +54.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +235.8% |
~equal in
Water
~47.13g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.1 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1 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 | -35.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +442.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +461% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 191kcal | 302kcal |
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| Protein | 10.2g | 15.79g |
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| Fats | 5.9g | 19.81g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 23.5g | 15.09g |
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| Carbs | 29.5g | 15.09g |
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| Cholesterol | 8mg | 44mg |
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| Magnesium | 24mg |
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| Calcium | 97mg | 11mg |
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| Potassium | 236mg | 252mg |
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| Iron | 1.4mg | 0.89mg |
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| Sugar | 4g | 0.08g |
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| Fiber | 6g |
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| Copper | 0.049mg |
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| Zinc | 0.5mg | 0.59mg |
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| Phosphorus | 77mg | 272mg |
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| Sodium | 247mg | 566mg |
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| Manganese | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.2mg | 0.16mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.1mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.5mg | 7.4mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.398mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.2µg | 0.33µg |
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| Folate | 25µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.114g |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.1g | 3.261g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.5g | 8.134g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1g | 5.61g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.296g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.025g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.105g |
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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
13%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
18%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tikka Masala is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tikka Masala contains less Sodium (difference - 319mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Tikka Masala is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.161g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tikka Masala is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.92g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken McNuggets is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.