Wendy's hamburger vs. KFC Fried Chicken — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Wendy's hamburger and KFC Fried Chicken
- Wendy's hamburger has more Vitamin B12, Iron, Vitamin B1, and Zinc, however, KFC Fried Chicken is higher in Phosphorus, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B5.
- Wendy's hamburger covers your daily need of Vitamin B12 47% more than KFC Fried Chicken.
- Wendy's hamburger has 3 times more Vitamin B1 than KFC Fried Chicken. While Wendy's hamburger has 0.275mg of Vitamin B1, KFC Fried Chicken has only 0.08mg.
- Wendy's hamburger has less Saturated Fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison WENDY'S, CLASSIC SINGLE Hamburger, no cheese and KFC, Fried Chicken, ORIGINAL RECIPE, Skin and Breading.
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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 IronIron | +210.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +69.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +183.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -62.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +38.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +244.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +25.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +144.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +59.4% |
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 | +243.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +353.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +68.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +161.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +22.8% |
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:
14.17 g
Fats:
28.01 g
Carbs:
18.79 g
Water:
35.52 g
Other:
3.51 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +64.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +164.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +127.9% |
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
6.343 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
14.448 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.375 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -41.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +254.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +246.8% |
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:
16.72 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +45.1% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 213kcal | 384kcal |
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| Protein | 12.63g | 14.17g |
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| Fats | 10.6g | 28.01g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 15.52g | 18.79g |
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| Carbs | 16.82g | 18.79g |
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| Cholesterol | 35mg | 82mg |
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| Magnesium | 18mg | 25mg |
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| Calcium | 34mg | 117mg |
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| Potassium | 195mg | 244mg |
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| Iron | 2.73mg | 0.88mg |
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| Fiber | 1.3g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.139mg | 0.082mg |
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| Zinc | 2.47mg | 0.87mg |
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| Starch | 11.52g | 16.72g |
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| Phosphorus | 103mg | 252mg |
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| Sodium | 395mg | 1042mg |
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| Vitamin A | 66IU |
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| Vitamin A | 20µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.2mg |
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| Manganese | 0.187mg | 0.298mg |
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| Selenium | 18.2µg | 17.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.275mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.205mg | 0.197mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.225mg | 5.42mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.336mg | 0.88mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.114mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.45µg | 0.32µg |
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| Vitamin K | 9µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.214g |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.689g | 6.343g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.077g | 14.448g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.55g | 5.375g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.133mg | 0.108mg |
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| Threonine | 0.459mg | 0.467mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.459mg | 0.416mg |
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| Leucine | 0.827mg | 0.864mg |
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| Lysine | 0.769mg | 0.615mg |
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| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0.205mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.461mg | 0.542mg |
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| Valine | 0.524mg | 0.516mg |
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| Histidine | 0.301mg | 0.337mg |
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| Fructose | 1.32g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.764g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.045g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.023g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wendy's hamburger contains less Sodium (difference - 647mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Wendy's hamburger is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.654g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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