Wheat gluten vs. Chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between wheat gluten and chicken sandwich
- Wheat gluten has more iron, selenium, and copper; however, chicken sandwich has more vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, and vitamin E.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for chicken sandwich is 48% higher.
- Chicken sandwich has 3 times less iron than wheat gluten. Wheat gluten has 5.2mg of iron, while chicken sandwich has 1.77mg.
- Wheat gluten is lower in sodium.
Food types used in this article are Vital wheat gluten and Fast foods, chicken fillet sandwich, plain with pickles.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +144.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +193.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +171.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +39.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +99.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +145% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
75.16 g
Fats:
1.85 g
Carbs:
13.79 g
Water:
8.2 g
Other:
1 g
Protein:
16.28 g
Fats:
11.19 g
Carbs:
20.89 g
Water:
48.94 g
Other:
2.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +361.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +504.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +51.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +496.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +170% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.272 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.156 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.81 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.123 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.481 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.177 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2772.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +292.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Protein | 75.16g | 16.28g | 118% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 7.72mg | 48% |
| Iron | 5.2mg | 1.77mg | 43% |
| Selenium | 39.7µg | 19.9µg | 36% |
| Sodium | 29mg | 753mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.383mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 1.2mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.3mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.23mg | 19% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 2.41mg | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.81g | 3.177g | 16% |
| Fats | 1.85g | 11.19g | 14% |
| Copper | 0.182mg | 0.067mg | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 35mg | 12% |
| Folate | 0µg | 47µg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 260mg | 185mg | 11% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.156g | 4.481g | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.219mg | 10% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.272g | 2.123g | 8% |
| Calcium | 142mg | 58mg | 8% |
| Starch | 16.5g | 7% | |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 8.5µg | 7% |
| Choline | 35.3mg | 6% | |
| Calories | 370kcal | 250kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.13µg | 5% |
| Potassium | 100mg | 245mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 1.4g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.85mg | 0.61mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 13.79g | 20.89g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 5IU | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.97g | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 13.19g | 19.49g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.197g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.884g | 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
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44%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
68%
48%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wheat gluten is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wheat gluten is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.64g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wheat gluten contains less Sodium (difference - 724mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wheat gluten is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.851g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wheat gluten is lower in glycemic index (difference - 10)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wheat gluten is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)