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French fries vs. McChicken Sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between French fries and McChicken Sandwich

  • French fries have more Potassium, and Fiber, however, McChicken Sandwich is higher in Vitamin B2, Iron, Vitamin B12, Calcium, and Vitamin B3.
  • McChicken Sandwich covers your daily need of Sodium 18% more than French fries.
  • French fries have 3 times more Potassium than McChicken Sandwich. While French fries have 579mg of Potassium, McChicken Sandwich has only 173mg.
  • French fries have less Sodium.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich.

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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 Magnesium +75%
Contains more Potassium +234.7%
Contains less Sodium -66.3%
Contains more Copper +51.2%
Contains more Calcium +388.9%
Contains more Iron +114.8%
Contains more Phosphorus +11.2%
Contains more Zinc +26%
Contains more Manganese +44.9%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 31% 25% 54% 52% 28% 14% 42% 33% 5%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 27% 66% 15% 60% 16% 82% 18% 28% 47% 0%
Contains more Magnesium +75%
Contains more Potassium +234.7%
Contains less Sodium -66.3%
Contains more Copper +51.2%
Contains more Calcium +388.9%
Contains more Iron +114.8%
Contains more Phosphorus +11.2%
Contains more Zinc +26%
Contains more Manganese +44.9%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B1 +24.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +412.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +31.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 34% 0% 16% 43% 9% 57% 35% 86% 23% 0% 28%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 53% 47% 74% 0% 0% 0% 24% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +24.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +412.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +31.2%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Fats +11.5%
Contains more Carbs +48.2%
Contains more Protein +204.1%
Contains more Water +19.6%
Contains more Other +23.2%
3% 15% 41% 39% 2%
Protein: 3.43 g
Fats: 14.73 g
Carbs: 41.44 g
Water: 38.55 g
Other: 1.85 g
10% 13% 28% 46% 2%
Protein: 10.43 g
Fats: 13.21 g
Carbs: 27.97 g
Water: 46.11 g
Other: 2.28 g
Contains more Fats +11.5%
Contains more Carbs +48.2%
Contains more Protein +204.1%
Contains more Water +19.6%
Contains more Other +23.2%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +35.6%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 2.346
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 4.964
17% 44% 39%
Saturated Fat: 2.336 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 5.398 g
20% 38% 42%
Saturated Fat: 2.346 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 4.401 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 4.964 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +35.6%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 2.346
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 4.964

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
French fries McChicken Sandwich
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient French fries McChicken Sandwich Opinion
Net carbs 37.64g 26.67g French fries
Protein 3.43g 10.43g McChicken Sandwich
Fats 14.73g 13.21g French fries
Carbs 41.44g 27.97g French fries
Calories 312kcal 273kcal French fries
Fructose 1.93g McChicken Sandwich
Sugar 0.3g 3.57g French fries
Fiber 3.8g 1.3g French fries
Calcium 18mg 88mg McChicken Sandwich
Iron 0.81mg 1.74mg McChicken Sandwich
Magnesium 35mg 20mg French fries
Phosphorus 125mg 139mg McChicken Sandwich
Potassium 579mg 173mg French fries
Sodium 210mg 624mg French fries
Zinc 0.5mg 0.63mg McChicken Sandwich
Copper 0.124mg 0.082mg French fries
Manganese 0.247mg 0.358mg McChicken Sandwich
Selenium 0.9µg French fries
Vitamin E 1.67mg French fries
Vitamin C 4.7mg French fries
Vitamin B1 0.17mg 0.212mg McChicken Sandwich
Vitamin B2 0.039mg 0.2mg McChicken Sandwich
Vitamin B3 3.004mg 3.942mg McChicken Sandwich
Vitamin B5 0.58mg French fries
Vitamin B6 0.372mg French fries
Folate 30µg French fries
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.19µg McChicken Sandwich
Vitamin K 11.2µg French fries
Cholesterol 0mg 27mg French fries
Trans Fat 0.06g 0.079g French fries
Saturated Fat 2.336g 2.346g French fries
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.003g McChicken Sandwich
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.002g McChicken Sandwich
Monounsaturated Fat 5.969g 4.401g French fries
Polyunsaturated fat 5.398g 4.964g French fries
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.007g 0.009g McChicken Sandwich
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.898g 4.396g French fries
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.029g 0.016g French fries
Omega-3 - ALA 0.407g 0.43g McChicken Sandwich
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g 0.001g
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0g 0.01g McChicken Sandwich

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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French fries McChicken Sandwich
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
27%
French fries
16%
McChicken Sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
French fries
35%
McChicken Sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McChicken Sandwich
McChicken Sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
French fries
French fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.27g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 414mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
French fries
French fries is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.01g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French fries
French fries is relatively richer in vitamins
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. French fries - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170698/nutrients
  2. McChicken Sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173305/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.