Veggie burger vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Veggie burger and Fast food
- Veggie burger is richer in Vitamin B1, Vitamin B12, Manganese, Fiber, Folate, and Phosphorus, yet Fast food is richer in Vitamin B3, and Zinc.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B1 from Veggie burger is 195% higher.
- Veggie burger contains 3 times more Fiber than Fast food. Veggie burger contains 4.9g of Fiber, while Fast food contains 1.7g.
- Fast food contains less Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Veggie burgers or soyburgers, unprepared and Fast foods, hamburger; 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 | +107.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +119.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +69% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +65.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +53.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +166.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +11.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +27% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +100% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -41.8% |
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 | +736.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +125.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +55% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +218.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +65.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +48.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +49.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +83.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +16.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +77.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.7 g
Fats:
6.3 g
Carbs:
14.27 g
Water:
61.21 g
Other:
2.52 g
Protein:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +59.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +65.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +90.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +120.7% |
~equal in
Protein
~16.52g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.44 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.023 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.493 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -68% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +20.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +171.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
5.78 g
Sucrose:
0.62 g
Glucose:
0.26 g
Fructose:
0.13 g
Lactose:
0.06 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
22.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.05 g
Fructose:
2.27 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.57 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +295.7% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +688.5% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1646.2% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~equal in
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 Sugar |
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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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 177kcal | 297kcal |
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| Protein | 15.7g | 16.52g |
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| Fats | 6.3g | 12.01g |
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| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 9.37g | 29.8g |
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| Carbs | 14.27g | 31.5g |
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| Cholesterol | 5mg | 33mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 2IU |
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| Magnesium | 56mg | 27mg |
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| Calcium | 136mg | 62mg |
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| Potassium | 333mg | 197mg |
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| Iron | 2.41mg | 3.06mg |
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| Sugar | 1.07g | 4.88g |
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| Fiber | 4.9g | 1.7g |
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| Copper | 0.2mg | 0.121mg |
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| Zinc | 1.26mg | 2.52mg |
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| Starch | 5.78g | 22.87g |
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| Phosphorus | 206mg | 134mg |
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| Sodium | 569mg | 331mg |
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| Vitamin A | 16IU | 51IU |
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| Vitamin A | 1µg | 9µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 0.38mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.951mg | 0.357mg |
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| Selenium | 22.6µg | 20.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 2.651mg | 0.317mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.244mg | 0.363mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.753mg | 5.617mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.289mg | 0.53mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.303mg | 0.212mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 2.01µg | 0.89µg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.2µg | 4.9µg |
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| Folate | 124µg | 80µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.514g |
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| Choline | 19.4mg | 34.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.44g | 4.493g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.778g | 4.835g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.023g | 1.68g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.162mg | 0.144mg |
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| Threonine | 0.605mg | 0.46mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.78mg | 0.642mg |
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| Leucine | 1.399mg | 1.13mg |
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| Lysine | 1.004mg | 0.785mg |
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| Methionine | 0.291mg | 0.306mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.885mg | 0.67mg |
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| Valine | 0.89mg | 0.728mg |
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| Histidine | 0.465mg | 0.402mg |
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| Fructose | 0.13g | 2.27g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.081g | 0.121g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g |
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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
97%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
71%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Veggie burger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Veggie burger is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.81g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Veggie burger is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.053g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Veggie burger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Veggie burger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 238mg)
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.