White bread vs. McDonald's Big Mac — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
What are the main differences between white bread and mcDonald's Big Mac?
- White bread is richer in vitamin B1, iron, folate, manganese, and vitamin B3, while mcDonald's Big Mac is higher in vitamin B12 and zinc.
- McDonald's Big Mac's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 37% higher.
- McDonald's Big Mac has 3 times less vitamin B1 than white bread. White bread has 0.533mg of vitamin B1, while mcDonald's Big Mac has 0.176mg.
- White bread is lower in saturated fat.
We used Bread, white, commercially prepared (includes soft bread crumbs) and McDONALD'S, BIG MAC types in this comparison.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +15% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +24.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +80.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +160.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +43.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +158.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +24.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +202.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +41.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +141.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.85 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
49.42 g
Water:
36.42 g
Other:
1.98 g
Protein:
11.82 g
Fats:
14.96 g
Carbs:
20.08 g
Water:
51.3 g
Other:
1.84 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +146.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +33.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +349.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +40.9% |
~equal in
Other
~1.84g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.698 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.599 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.602 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.803 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.474 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.306 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -81.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +423.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +480% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
37.17 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.57 g
Fructose:
2.43 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
1.67 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.46 g
Glucose:
1.04 g
Fructose:
1.69 g
Lactose:
0.32 g
Maltose:
0.49 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +51% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +43.8% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +240.8% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
~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.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated fat |
|
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
DV% diff. |
| Selenium | 22µg | 40% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.88µg | 37% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.533mg | 0.176mg | 30% |
| Iron | 3.61mg | 2mg | 20% |
| Fats | 3.33g | 14.96g | 18% |
| Folate | 111µg | 46µg | 16% |
| Starch | 37.17g | 15% | |
| Manganese | 0.536mg | 0.206mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 0.698g | 3.803g | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 36mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 11% | |
| Zinc | 0.74mg | 1.91mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 49.42g | 20.08g | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.78mg | 3.384mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.602g | 0.306g | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.599g | 3.474g | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.087mg | 7% | |
| Protein | 8.85g | 11.82g | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 1.6g | 4% |
| Calcium | 144mg | 116mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 98mg | 122mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.243mg | 0.209mg | 3% |
| Choline | 14.6mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 126mg | 181mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 490mg | 460mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 2.43g | 1.69g | 1% |
| Calories | 266kcal | 257kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 46.72g | 18.48g | N/A |
| Sugar | 5.67g | 3.97g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.101mg | 0.098mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.027g | 0.588g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
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%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
White bread is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
White bread is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.105g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
White bread is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
White bread is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.7g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McDonald's Big Mac contains less Sodium (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McDonald's Big Mac is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is cheaper?
?
The foods are relatively equal in price ($)