Chicken McNuggets vs. Tikka Masala — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chicken McNuggets and tikka Masala
- Chicken McNuggets have more vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12; however, tikka Masala is higher in calcium and iron.
- Chicken McNuggets cover your daily need for vitamin B3, 31% more than tikka Masala.
- Chicken McNuggets have 10 times more vitamin B6 than tikka Masala. While chicken McNuggets have 0.398mg of vitamin B6, tikka Masala has only 0.04mg.
- Tikka Masala has less cholesterol.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS and KASHI Pizza, Tikka Masala, single serve, frozen, unprepared.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +18% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +253.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +781.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +57.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -56.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +196% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +895% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +65% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25% |
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:
10.2 g
Fats:
5.9 g
Carbs:
29.5 g
Water:
49 g
Other:
5.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +54.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +235.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +95.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +147.7% |
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Water
~49g
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
2.1 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +442.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +461% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -35.6% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.61g | 1g | 31% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.4mg | 2.5mg | 31% |
| Phosphorus | 272mg | 77mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.398mg | 0.04mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% | |
| Fats | 19.81g | 5.9g | 21% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 18% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.134g | 1.5g | 17% |
| Sodium | 566mg | 247mg | 14% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 8mg | 12% |
| Protein | 15.79g | 10.2g | 11% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 97mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.14mg | 6% | |
| Calories | 302kcal | 191kcal | 6% |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 1.4mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 6% | |
| Folate | 25µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.2µg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 5% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.261g | 2.1g | 5% |
| Carbs | 15.09g | 29.5g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.2mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.09g | 23.5g | N/A |
| Potassium | 252mg | 236mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.08g | 4g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.114g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.296g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 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%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
18%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tikka Masala is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tikka Masala contains less Sodium (difference - 319mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tikka Masala is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.161g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tikka Masala is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.92g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken McNuggets is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken McNuggets is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)