Chicken McNuggets vs. French fries — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between chicken McNuggets and french fries?
- Chicken McNuggets are higher in vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin B5, and vitamin B2; however, french fries are richer in potassium and copper.
- Chicken McNuggets' daily need coverage for vitamin B3 is 27% more.
- Chicken McNuggets have a lower glycemic index (46) than french fries (70).
We used McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS and Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil types in this article.
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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 ZincZinc | +18% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +117.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +45.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +63.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +129.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +153.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -62.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +76.4% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +182.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +146.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +51.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +291.7% |
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:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +360.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +34.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +22.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +174.6% |
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
2.336 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +36.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -28.4% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~5.398g
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 7.4mg | 3.004mg | 27% |
| Protein | 15.79g | 3.43g | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 272mg | 125mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 15% | |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 566mg | 210mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 1.67mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 252mg | 579mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 15.09g | 41.44g | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 9% | |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.124mg | 8% |
| Folate | 30µg | 8% | |
| Fats | 19.81g | 14.73g | 8% |
| Choline | 36.8mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 0.58mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.14mg | 0.247mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.039mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.134g | 5.969g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 3.261g | 2.336g | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 4.7mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 35mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.398mg | 0.372mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.61g | 5.398g | 1% |
| Calories | 302kcal | 312kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.17mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 0.81mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.09g | 37.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.08g | 0.3g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.114g | 0.06g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.296g | 0.407g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.025g | 0.029g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.105g | 4.898g | 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%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 44mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 356mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
French fries is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.925g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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