Chicken McNuggets vs. Club sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between chicken McNuggets and club sandwich
- Chicken McNuggets have more vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and polyunsaturated fat; however, club sandwich is richer in calcium, zinc, iron, vitamin B2, and vitamin B12.
- Chicken McNuggets cover your daily vitamin B3 needs 11% more than club sandwich.
- Club sandwich has 3 times less polyunsaturated fat than chicken McNuggets. Chicken McNuggets have 5.61g of polyunsaturated fat, while club sandwich has 1.88g.
Specific food types used in this comparison are McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS and Fast foods, grilled chicken, bacon and tomato club sandwich, with cheese, lettuce, and mayonnaise.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +11.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +26.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -10.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +763.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +53.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +81.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +127.1% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +32.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +34.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +69.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +42.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.79 g
Fats:
19.81 g
Carbs:
15.09 g
Water:
47.13 g
Other:
2.18 g
Protein:
17.19 g
Fats:
8.05 g
Carbs:
19.87 g
Water:
52.52 g
Other:
2.37 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +146.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +31.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.4% |
~equal in
Protein
~17.19g
~equal in
Other
~2.37g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.261 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.61 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.109 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.949 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.88 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +175.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +198.4% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~3.109g
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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| Selenium | 24.8µg | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.61g | 1.88g | 25% |
| Fats | 19.81g | 8.05g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.134g | 2.949g | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.4mg | 5.575mg | 11% |
| Choline | 47.8mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.398mg | 0.296mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 272mg | 215mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 95mg | 8% |
| Folate | 31µg | 8% | |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 1.34mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 8.7µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.47µg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 1.37mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.186mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.14mg | 6% | |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.61mg | 4% | |
| Calories | 302kcal | 220kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 35µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 4.4mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.089mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 566mg | 630mg | 3% |
| Protein | 15.79g | 17.19g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 32mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 15.09g | 19.87g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 0.826mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 252mg | 226mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 3.261g | 3.109g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.172mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 46mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 15.09g | 18.67g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.08g | 4.68g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.114g | 0.071g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.296g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.025g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.105g | N/A |
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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
30%
37%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
50%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Club sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.152g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Club sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Club sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Club sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken McNuggets contains less Sodium (difference - 64mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)