Chicken McNuggets vs. Egg McMUFFIN — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between chicken McNuggets and egg McMUFFIN?
- Chicken McNuggets are richer in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, and phosphorus, while egg McMUFFIN is higher in vitamin B2, calcium, iron, vitamin B1, and zinc.
- Egg McMUFFIN's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 40% higher.
- Egg McMUFFIN has 3 times less vitamin B6 than chicken McNuggets. Chicken McNuggets have 0.398mg of vitamin B6, while egg McMUFFIN has 0.145mg.
- Chicken McNuggets are lower in cholesterol.
We used McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS and McDONALD'S, Egg McMUFFIN types in this comparison.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +20% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +45.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +36% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1645.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +158.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +71.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +118.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +67.9% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +138.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +174.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +63.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +234.5% |
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:
13.64 g
Fats:
9.66 g
Carbs:
21.67 g
Water:
52.58 g
Other:
2.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +105.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +43.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +12.4% |
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
3.592 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.735 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -9.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +198.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +223.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.08 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.4 g
Fructose:
0.43 g
Lactose:
0.33 g
Maltose:
0.57 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +400% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Starch
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Galactose
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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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 44mg | 165mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.4mg | 3.102mg | 27% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.61g | 1.735g | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.368mg | 20% |
| Folate | 79µg | 20% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.398mg | 0.145mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 192mg | 18% |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 2.3mg | 18% |
| Fats | 19.81g | 9.66g | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.134g | 2.721g | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 14% | |
| Phosphorus | 272mg | 200mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.262mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 1.29mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.14mg | 0.235mg | 4% |
| Protein | 15.79g | 13.64g | 4% |
| Calories | 302kcal | 228kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.59mg | 4% | |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.084mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4% | |
| Sodium | 566mg | 617mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 252mg | 173mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 15.09g | 21.67g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 3.261g | 3.592g | 2% |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.43g | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 0.836mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 1.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 15.09g | 20.57g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.08g | 2.13g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.114g | 0.109g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.021g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.296g | 0.114g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.002g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.025g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 0.012g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.105g | 1.416g | 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%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Egg McMUFFIN is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Egg McMUFFIN is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 121mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.05g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken McNuggets contains less Sodium (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.331g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.