Wendy's hamburger vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between wendy's hamburgers and fast food?
- Wendy's hamburgers are richer in vitamin B12, while fast food is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, and manganese.
- Wendy's hamburgers' daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 23% higher.
We used WENDY'S, CLASSIC SINGLE Hamburger, no cheese and Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain types in this comparison.
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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 | +14.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +82.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +12.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -16.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +90.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +11.5% |
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 | +62.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +83.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +15.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +77.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +74.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +57.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +86% |
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:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +51.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +30.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +13.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +87.3% |
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Other
~1.52g
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
4.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -17.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +18.6% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~1.68g
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:
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 | +98.5% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +79.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +72% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +159.1% |
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Sucrose
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Lactose
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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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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DV% diff. |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.45µg | 0.89µg | 23% |
| Folate | 80µg | 20% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.225mg | 5.617mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.205mg | 0.363mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.114mg | 0.212mg | 8% |
| Protein | 12.63g | 16.52g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.187mg | 0.357mg | 7% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Starch | 11.52g | 22.87g | 5% |
| Carbs | 16.82g | 31.5g | 5% |
| Calories | 213kcal | 297kcal | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 3.689g | 4.493g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.275mg | 0.317mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 18.2µg | 20.3µg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 103mg | 134mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.336mg | 0.53mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.73mg | 3.06mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 62mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 395mg | 331mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 9µg | 4.9µg | 3% |
| Fats | 10.6g | 12.01g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 27mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.077g | 4.835g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 1.7g | 2% |
| Copper | 0.139mg | 0.121mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.55g | 1.68g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 33mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Fructose | 1.32g | 2.27g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 15.52g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Potassium | 195mg | 197mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 4.88g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 2.47mg | 2.52mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.514g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.133mg | 0.144mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.459mg | 0.46mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.459mg | 0.642mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.827mg | 1.13mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.769mg | 0.785mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.306mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.461mg | 0.67mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.524mg | 0.728mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.301mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 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 | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | 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%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.88g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.804g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fast food is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 64mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fast food is relatively richer in minerals
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 ($)