Wendy's hamburger vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are wendy's hamburgers and cheeseburgers different?
- Wendy's hamburgers have more vitamin B12; however, cheeseburgers are richer in vitamin B3, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, calcium, phosphorus, and manganese.
- Wendy's hamburgers cover your daily need for vitamin B12, 29% more than cheeseburgers.
WENDY'S, CLASSIC SINGLE Hamburger, no cheese and Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain types were used in this article.
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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 CopperCopper | +25.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +44.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +250% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +56.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +69% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +90.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +114.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +77.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +61.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +62.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.63 g
Fats:
10.6 g
Carbs:
16.82 g
Water:
58.41 g
Other:
1.54 g
Protein:
16.51 g
Fats:
14.72 g
Carbs:
28.03 g
Water:
38.63 g
Other:
2.11 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +51.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +30.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +38.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +66.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +37% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.689 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.077 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.55 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 | -43% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +32.8% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~1.658g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
11.52 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.14 g
Fructose:
1.32 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.22 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
19.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.76 g
Fructose:
1.94 g
Lactose:
0.72 g
Maltose:
0.46 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +72.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +54.4% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +47% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +109.1% |
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Sucrose
~0g
~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 Sodium |
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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 price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.45µg | 0.76µg | 29% |
| Folate | 70µg | 18% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.689g | 6.473g | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.225mg | 5.217mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.205mg | 0.363mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.114mg | 0.228mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 119mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 103mg | 161mg | 8% |
| Protein | 12.63g | 16.51g | 8% |
| Fats | 10.6g | 14.72g | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.187mg | 0.316mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 50µg | 6% | |
| Calories | 213kcal | 308kcal | 5% |
| Choline | 28.9mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 395mg | 515mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 9µg | 4.2µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.336mg | 0.545mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 16.82g | 28.03g | 4% |
| Starch | 11.52g | 19.87g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 43mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.139mg | 0.111mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.52mg | 3% | |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 2g | 3% |
| Selenium | 18.2µg | 19.6µg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.077g | 5.413g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.275mg | 0.293mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 26mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.32g | 1.94g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.55g | 1.658g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 15.52g | 26.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Potassium | 195mg | 196mg | 0% |
| Iron | 2.73mg | 2.71mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 2.47mg | 2.49mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.57g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.133mg | 0.155mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.459mg | 0.571mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.459mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.827mg | 1.316mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.769mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.377mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.461mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.524mg | 0.881mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.301mg | 0.445mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 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 | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.322g | N/A |
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
33%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wendy's hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 120mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.784g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)