French fries vs. Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between French fries and Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets
- French fries are richer in Potassium, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B1, yet Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets are richer in Selenium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for Selenium from Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets is 44% higher.
- French fries contain 2 times more Potassium than Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets. French fries contain 579mg of Potassium, while Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets contain 250mg.
- French fries contain less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil and WENDY'S, Chicken Nuggets.
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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 | +59.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +63.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +131.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +30.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +103.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -70.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +30% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +22% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +116.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2677.8% |
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 | +261.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +115.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +46.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +40% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +212.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +101.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +56% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
~equal in
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.43 g
Fats:
14.73 g
Carbs:
41.44 g
Water:
38.55 g
Other:
1.85 g
Protein:
16.46 g
Fats:
22.55 g
Carbs:
14.31 g
Water:
44.15 g
Other:
2.53 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +189.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +379.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +53.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +14.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +36.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.336 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.969 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.398 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.787 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.138 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.117 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -51.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +87.4% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~6.138g
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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| Calories | 312kcal | 326kcal |
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| Protein | 3.43g | 16.46g |
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| Fats | 14.73g | 22.55g |
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| Vitamin C | 4.7mg | 1.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 37.64g | 14.31g |
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| Carbs | 41.44g | 14.31g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 50mg |
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| Magnesium | 35mg | 22mg |
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| Calcium | 18mg | 11mg |
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| Potassium | 579mg | 250mg |
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| Iron | 0.81mg | 0.62mg |
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| Sugar | 0.3g | 0.08g |
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| Fiber | 3.8g |
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| Copper | 0.124mg | 0.061mg |
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| Zinc | 0.5mg | 0.61mg |
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| Phosphorus | 125mg | 271mg |
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| Sodium | 210mg | 708mg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.67mg |
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| Manganese | 0.247mg | 0.19mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 25µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.17mg | 0.079mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.039mg | 0.122mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.004mg | 6.042mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.58mg | 0.905mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.372mg | 0.254mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.33µg |
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| Vitamin K | 11.2µg | 8µg |
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| Folate | 30µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.06g | 0.161g |
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| Choline | 36.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.336g | 4.787g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.969g | 6.138g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.398g | 10.117g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.003g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.407g | 0.765g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.029g | 0.044g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0g | 0.017g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.017g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.898g | 9.042g |
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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
27%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.22g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
French fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 50mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
French fries contains less Sodium (difference - 498mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
French fries is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.451g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
French fries is relatively richer in vitamins
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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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.