Ever wondered just how different a fast food meal is from a homemade version? 🍔→🍽️

Today, we’re diving into a Calorie Showdown to see which meals come out on top in terms of calories, nutrition, and cost — and how Calorie Counter by NutriSnap makes tracking both options effortless. Spoiler: the results might just change the way you eat!

Let’s break it down.

🍔 Round 1: Cheeseburger Face-Off

Fast Food Version:

• Item: Cheeseburger Combo (burger, fries, soda)
• Calories: ~1,200 kcal
• Fat: 55g
• Sodium: 1,700mg
• Cost: ~$9.00

Home-Cooked Version:

• Item: Homemade Cheeseburger (lean beef, whole wheat bun, veggies) + baked sweet potato fries + sparkling water
• Calories: ~650 kcal
• Fat: 22g
• Sodium: 500mg
• Cost: ~$5.00

Verdict:
Half the calories. Half the fat. Half the price. And way more nutrients — thanks to fresher ingredients!

NutriSnap Tip: Use the photo logging feature to snap your homemade burger and let NutriSnap estimate the calories instantly!

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🍝 Round 2: Pasta Battle

Fast Food Version:

• Item: Alfredo Pasta with Chicken
• Calories: ~1,300 kcal
• Fat: 70g
• Sodium: 2,000mg
• Cost: ~$13.00

Home-Cooked Version:

• Item: Homemade Chicken Alfredo (light cream, whole grain pasta, broccoli)
• Calories: ~750 kcal
• Fat: 30g
• Sodium: 700mg
• Cost: ~$6.50

Verdict:
The homemade version gives you a richer plate (hello, veggies 🍦) without the heavy calorie and sodium load.

NutriSnap Tip: Quickly scan the barcode of your pasta or sauce ingredients to ensure you’re tracking the exact macros.

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🍰 Round 3: Dessert Duel

Fast Food Version:

• Item: Chocolate Milkshake (medium)
• Calories: ~700 kcal
• Fat: 30g
• Sugar: 80g
• Cost: ~$4.50

Home-Cooked Version:

• Item: Homemade Chocolate Banana Smoothie (banana, cocoa powder, almond milk, Greek yogurt)
• Calories: ~250 kcal
• Fat: 5g
• Sugar: 20g
• Cost: ~$2.00

Verdict:
Same sweet satisfaction with a fraction of the calories, fat, and sugar — plus added protein and fiber!

NutriSnap Tip: Log homemade smoothies with voice logging by simply saying the ingredients aloud — NutriSnap will do the rest.

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🔍 Key Takeaways: Fast Food vs. Home-Cooked

	Fast Food	Home-Cooked
Calories	Higher	Lower
Fat	Higher	Controlled
Sodium	Excessive	Moderate
Sugar	Spikes	Balanced
Cost	More expensive	More affordable
Nutrition	Processed	Fresh & wholesome

Bottom Line:

Fast food is convenient, but homemade wins almost every time when it comes to calories, nutrition, and value.

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🏆 How Calorie Counter by NutriSnap Helps

Whether you’re eating out or cooking at home, Calorie Counter by NutriSnap makes it easy to stay on track:

• 📸 Photo Logging: Snap meals for instant tracking.
• 🌍 Global Food Database: Access accurate info whether it’s fast food or homemade.
• 🔗 Barcode Scanner: Scan ingredients and packaged meals effortlessly.
• 🍽️ Voice Entry: Speak your meal and let NutriSnap log it.

Fast food or homemade, NutriSnap empowers you to make informed, mindful choices every time.

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**Ready to track smarter and eat better? Download Calorie Counter by NutriSnap today and master your meals — one log at a time! 🚀