Chicken McNuggets vs. Pizza — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are chicken McNuggets and pizza different?
- Chicken McNuggets have more vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and phosphorus; however, pizza is richer in iron, vitamin B1, calcium, manganese, zinc, and vitamin B2.
- Chicken McNuggets cover your daily need for vitamin B6, 24% more than pizza.
- Chicken McNuggets have 3 times more cholesterol than pizza. Chicken McNuggets have 44mg of cholesterol, while pizza has 17mg.
- Pizza has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of pizza is 60, while the glycemic index of chicken McNuggets is 46.
McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS and Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, cheese topping, regular crust types were used 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 PotassiumPotassium | +46.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +25.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1609.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +178.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +114.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +127.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +157.1% |
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 | +93.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +397.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +16.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +143.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +77.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +27.3% |
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:
11.39 g
Fats:
9.69 g
Carbs:
33.33 g
Water:
43.17 g
Other:
2.42 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +38.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +104.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +120.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11% |
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Water
~43.17g
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
4.465 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.608 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.681 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -27% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +211.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +233.7% |
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:
26.95 g
Sucrose:
0.2 g
Glucose:
0.78 g
Fructose:
1 g
Lactose:
0.42 g
Maltose:
1.05 g
Galactose:
0.13 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +150% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 19.9µg | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.61g | 1.681g | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.398mg | 0.08mg | 24% |
| Folate | 93µg | 23% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.4mg | 3.825mg | 22% |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 2.48mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.39mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 11mg | 188mg | 18% |
| Fats | 19.81g | 9.69g | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.134g | 2.608g | 14% |
| Starch | 26.95g | 11% | |
| Manganese | 0.14mg | 0.36mg | 10% |
| Protein | 15.79g | 11.39g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 17mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 9% | |
| Phosphorus | 272mg | 216mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 69µg | 8% | |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 1.34mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.195mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 6.7µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.83mg | 6% | |
| Carbs | 15.09g | 33.33g | 6% |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.105mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3.261g | 4.465g | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.42µg | 4% |
| Choline | 16.4mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 302kcal | 266kcal | 2% |
| Potassium | 252mg | 172mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 566mg | 598mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0g | 1g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 1.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 15.09g | 31.03g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.08g | 3.58g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.114g | 0.241g | N/A |
| Threonine | 0.41mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.564mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.139mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.77mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.264mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.664mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.72mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.355mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.296g | 0.175g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.025g | 0.003g | 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 | 1.367g | 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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pizza is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pizza is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pizza is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken McNuggets contains less Sodium (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.204g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)