Chicken McNuggets vs. Wendy's chicken sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chicken McNuggets and wendy's chicken sandwich
- Chicken McNuggets have more vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B5, and polyunsaturated fat; however, wendy's chicken sandwich is higher in vitamin B1, copper, and iron.
- Chicken McNuggets cover your daily need for vitamin B3, 26% more than wendy's chicken sandwich.
- Chicken McNuggets have 2 times more vitamin B6 than wendy's chicken sandwich. While chicken McNuggets have 0.398mg of vitamin B6, wendy's chicken sandwich has only 0.189mg.
- Wendy's chicken sandwich has less saturated fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS and WENDY'S, Homestyle Chicken Fillet Sandwich.
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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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +68.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +109.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +68.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +175.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +64.3% |
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 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +124.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +67.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +110.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +84.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +18.2% |
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:
13.78 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
21.55 g
Water:
54.94 g
Other:
1.63 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +144.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +42.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.6% |
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
1.618 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.921 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.086 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +178.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +81.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -50.4% |
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:
16.1 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.87 g
Fructose:
1.14 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.15 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 24.4µg | 44% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.4mg | 3.3mg | 26% |
| Fats | 19.81g | 8.1g | 18% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.61g | 3.086g | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.398mg | 0.189mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 272mg | 161mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.134g | 2.921g | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.295mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.049mg | 0.135mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 10.7µg | 9% | |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 1.5mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.261g | 1.618g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg | 0.526mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 566mg | 401mg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.1g | 7% | |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 5% | |
| Manganese | 0.14mg | 0.23mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 31mg | 4% |
| Protein | 15.79g | 13.78g | 4% |
| Calories | 302kcal | 214kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.13mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 15.09g | 21.55g | 2% |
| Potassium | 252mg | 228mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0g | 1.14g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 0.3mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 15.09g | 20.25g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 24mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.08g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.59mg | 0.61mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.33µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.114g | 0.514g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.5mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.54mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.93mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.83mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.29mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.51mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.59mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.38mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.296g | 0.233g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | 0g | 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 | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Arachidonic acid | 0.017g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.105g | 2.705g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Wendy's chicken sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wendy's chicken sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.08g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wendy's chicken sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 165mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Wendy's chicken sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.643g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wendy's chicken sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Wendy's chicken sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
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.