Chicken McNuggets vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between chicken McNuggets and fast food?
- Chicken McNuggets are richer in phosphorus, vitamin B6, and vitamin B3, while fast food is higher in iron, vitamin B1,2, vitamin B2, zinc, vitamin B1, and manganese.
- Fast food's daily need coverage for iron is 27% higher.
- Fast food has 2 times less phosphorus than chicken McNuggets. Chicken McNuggets have 272mg of phosphorus, while fast food has 134mg.
- Fast food is lower in sodium.
- Fast food has a higher glycemic index (66) than chicken McNuggets (46).
We used McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS and Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain 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 PotassiumPotassium | +27.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +103% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +12.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +463.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +243.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +146.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +327.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -41.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +155% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +31.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +66% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +87.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +98.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +230% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +169.7% |
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:
16.52 g
Fats:
12.01 g
Carbs:
31.5 g
Water:
38.45 g
Other:
1.52 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +64.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +43.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +108.7% |
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Protein
~16.52g
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
4.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.835 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.68 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -27.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +68.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +233.9% |
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:
22.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
2.05 g
Fructose:
2.27 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.57 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~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.
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 20.3µg | 37% | |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 3.06mg | 27% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.61g | 1.68g | 26% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.89µg | 23% |
| Folate | 80µg | 20% | |
| Phosphorus | 272mg | 134mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.363mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 2.52mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.398mg | 0.212mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.317mg | 13% |
| Fats | 19.81g | 12.01g | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.4mg | 5.617mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 566mg | 331mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.14mg | 0.357mg | 9% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.121mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.134g | 4.835g | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 0.53mg | 7% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.261g | 4.493g | 6% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 62mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 15.09g | 31.5g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 33mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Fructose | 0g | 2.27g | 3% |
| Potassium | 252mg | 197mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 1% | |
| Protein | 15.79g | 16.52g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 27mg | 1% |
| Calories | 302kcal | 297kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 15.09g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 0.08g | 4.88g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.114g | 0.514g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.13mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.785mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.728mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.296g | 0.121g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.025g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 0.009g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.105g | 1.391g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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%
43%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fast food is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fast food contains less Sodium (difference - 235mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fast food is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.8g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.232g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)