Wendy's chicken sandwich vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between wendy's chicken sandwich and fast food
- Wendy's chicken sandwich has more selenium, while fast food has more vitamin B12, iron, vitamin B2, zinc, vitamin B3, and manganese.
- Fast food's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 23% higher.
- The amount of saturated fat in wendy's chicken sandwich is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are WENDY'S, Homestyle Chicken Fillet Sandwich 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 PotassiumPotassium | +15.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +11.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +20.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +20.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +12.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +169.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +104% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +313.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -17.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +55.2% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +118.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +179.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +70.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +12.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +169.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.78 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
21.55 g
Water:
54.94 g
Other:
1.63 g
Protein:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +42.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +19.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +48.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +46.2% |
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Other
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.618 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.921 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.086 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 | -64% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +83.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +65.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
16.1 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.87 g
Fructose:
1.14 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.15 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 StarchStarch | +42% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +135.6% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +99.1% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +280% |
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Lactose
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Galactose
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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 Cholesterol |
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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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.89µg | 23% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 3.06mg | 20% |
| Folate | 80µg | 20% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.363mg | 18% |
| Zinc | 0.61mg | 2.52mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 5.617mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.618g | 4.493g | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.086g | 1.68g | 9% |
| Selenium | 24.4µg | 20.3µg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.23mg | 0.357mg | 6% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Fats | 8.1g | 12.01g | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 10.7µg | 4.9µg | 5% |
| Protein | 13.78g | 16.52g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.921g | 4.835g | 5% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 62mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 134mg | 4% |
| Calories | 214kcal | 297kcal | 4% |
| Carbs | 21.55g | 31.5g | 3% |
| Starch | 16.1g | 22.87g | 3% |
| Sodium | 401mg | 331mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.295mg | 0.317mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.189mg | 0.212mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.135mg | 0.121mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.7g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 27mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.14g | 2.27g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 228mg | 197mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 20.25g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.526mg | 0.53mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | 0.514g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.15mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.5mg | 0.46mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.54mg | 0.642mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.93mg | 1.13mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.83mg | 0.785mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.29mg | 0.306mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.51mg | 0.67mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.59mg | 0.728mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.38mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.233g | 0.121g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Arachidonic acid | 0.017g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.705g | 1.391g | 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
24%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wendy's chicken sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wendy's chicken sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wendy's chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.875g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wendy's chicken sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 70mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food 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.