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Waffle vs. Patty — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Waffle and Patty

  • Waffle is richer in Selenium, Calcium, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B2, yet Patty is richer in Vitamin B12, Zinc, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B3.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Patty is 75% higher.
  • Waffle contains 36 times more Calcium than Patty. Waffle contains 255mg of Calcium, while Patty contains 7mg.
  • Patty contains less Sodium.

Food types used in this article are Waffles, plain, prepared from recipe and USDA Commodity, beef, patties (100%), frozen, raw.

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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.
Waffle
6
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4
Patty
Contains more Calcium +3542.9%
Contains more Iron +19.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +31%
Contains more Manganese +1458.8%
Contains more Selenium +212.2%
Contains more Potassium +69.2%
Contains less Sodium -85.5%
Contains more Zinc +505.9%
Contains more Copper +17.7%
Equal in Magnesium - 18
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 77% 87% 14% 82% 15% 67% 19% 21% 35% 253%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 73% 13% 63% 24% 10% 113% 25% 3% 81%
Contains more Calcium +3542.9%
Contains more Iron +19.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +31%
Contains more Manganese +1458.8%
Contains more Selenium +212.2%
Contains more Potassium +69.2%
Contains less Sodium -85.5%
Contains more Zinc +505.9%
Contains more Copper +17.7%
Equal in Magnesium - 18

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.
Waffle
6
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3
Patty
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +511.6%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +116.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +57%
Contains more Folate +666.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +85.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +282.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +720%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 14% 0% 0% 2% 66% 81% 39% 30% 13% 35% 32% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 11% 37% 73% 19% 50% 5% 257% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +511.6%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +116.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +57%
Contains more Folate +666.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +85.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +282.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +720%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Waffle
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Patty
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Protein +85.2%
Contains more Fats +11.3%
Contains more Water +54.1%
Contains more Other +60%
8% 14% 33% 42% 3%
Protein: 7.9 g
Fats: 14.1 g
Carbs: 32.9 g
Water: 42 g
Other: 3.1 g
15% 16% 65% 5%
Protein: 14.63 g
Fats: 15.69 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 64.72 g
Other: 4.96 g
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Protein +85.2%
Contains more Fats +11.3%
Contains more Water +54.1%
Contains more Other +60%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Waffle
2
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1
Patty
Contains less Saturated Fat -54.7%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +955.2%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +94.9%
22% 27% 52%
Saturated Fat: 2.866 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 3.521 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 6.785 g
46% 50% 5%
Saturated Fat: 6.333 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 6.861 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.643 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -54.7%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +955.2%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +94.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Waffle Patty
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sugar Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Waffle Patty Opinion
Net carbs 32.9g 0g Waffle
Protein 7.9g 14.63g Patty
Fats 14.1g 15.69g Patty
Carbs 32.9g 0g Waffle
Calories 291kcal 204kcal Waffle
Calcium 255mg 7mg Waffle
Iron 2.31mg 1.93mg Waffle
Magnesium 19mg 18mg Waffle
Phosphorus 190mg 145mg Waffle
Potassium 159mg 269mg Patty
Sodium 511mg 74mg Patty
Zinc 0.68mg 4.12mg Patty
Copper 0.062mg 0.073mg Patty
Manganese 0.265mg 0.017mg Waffle
Selenium 46.2µg 14.8µg Waffle
Vitamin A 228IU 0IU Waffle
Vitamin A RAE 65µg 0µg Waffle
Vitamin C 0.4mg 0mg Waffle
Vitamin B1 0.263mg 0.043mg Waffle
Vitamin B2 0.347mg 0.16mg Waffle
Vitamin B3 2.073mg 3.846mg Patty
Vitamin B5 0.485mg 0.309mg Waffle
Vitamin B6 0.056mg 0.214mg Patty
Folate 46µg 6µg Waffle
Vitamin B12 0.25µg 2.05µg Patty
Tryptophan 0.099mg Waffle
Threonine 0.289mg Waffle
Isoleucine 0.362mg Waffle
Leucine 0.63mg Waffle
Lysine 0.384mg Waffle
Methionine 0.179mg Waffle
Phenylalanine 0.395mg Waffle
Valine 0.409mg Waffle
Histidine 0.187mg Waffle
Cholesterol 69mg 53mg Patty
Saturated Fat 2.866g 6.333g Waffle
Omega-3 - DHA 0.006g 0g Waffle
Omega-3 - EPA 0.001g 0g Waffle
Monounsaturated Fat 3.521g 6.861g Patty
Polyunsaturated fat 6.785g 0.643g Waffle

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Waffle Patty
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
26%
Waffle
37%
Patty
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Waffle
40%
Patty

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Waffle
Waffle is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Waffle
Waffle is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.467g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Patty
Patty contains less Sodium (difference - 437mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Patty
Patty is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Patty
Patty is lower in glycemic index (difference - 76)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Waffle - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175039/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.