McChicken Sandwich vs. Chicken McNuggets — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between McChicken Sandwich and Chicken McNuggets
- McChicken Sandwich is richer in Iron, Manganese, Calcium, and Vitamin B2, yet Chicken McNuggets are richer in Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, and Vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B3 from Chicken McNuggets is 22% higher.
- McChicken Sandwich contains 8 times more Calcium than Chicken McNuggets. McChicken Sandwich contains 88mg of Calcium, while Chicken McNuggets contain 11mg.
- McChicken Sandwich contains less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are McDONALD'S, McCHICKEN Sandwich and McDONALD'S, Chicken McNUGGETS.
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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.
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Calcium
+700%
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Iron
+95.5%
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Copper
+67.3%
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Manganese
+155.7%
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Magnesium
+20%
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Phosphorus
+95.7%
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Potassium
+45.7%
Equal in Sodium - 566
Equal in Zinc - 0.59
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Calcium
+700%
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Iron
+95.5%
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Copper
+67.3%
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Manganese
+155.7%
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Magnesium
+20%
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Phosphorus
+95.7%
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Potassium
+45.7%
Equal in Sodium - 566
Equal in Zinc - 0.59
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.
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Vitamin B1
+32.5%
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Vitamin B2
+81.8%
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Vitamin B3
+87.7%
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Vitamin B12
+73.7%
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Vitamin B1
+32.5%
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Vitamin B2
+81.8%
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Vitamin B3
+87.7%
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Vitamin B12
+73.7%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Carbs
+85.4%
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Protein
+51.4%
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Fats
+50%
Equal in Water - 47.13
Equal in Other - 2.18
Protein:
10.43 g
Fats:
13.21 g
Carbs:
27.97 g
Water:
46.11 g
Other:
2.28 g
Protein:
15.79 g
Fats:
19.81 g
Carbs:
15.09 g
Water:
47.13 g
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2.18 g
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Carbs
+85.4%
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Protein
+51.4%
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Fats
+50%
Equal in Water - 47.13
Equal in Other - 2.18
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Saturated Fat
-28.1%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+84.8%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+13%
Saturated Fat:
2.346 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
4.401 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
4.964 g
Saturated Fat:
3.261 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
8.134 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
5.61 g
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Saturated Fat
-28.1%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+84.8%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+13%
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Sucrose
+112.5%
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Glucose
+∞%
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Fructose
+∞%
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Maltose
+∞%
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.17 g
Glucose:
1.03 g
Fructose:
1.93 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.43 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.08 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
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Sucrose
+112.5%
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Maltose
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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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| Rich in minerals |
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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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| Net carbs | 26.67g | 15.09g |
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| Protein | 10.43g | 15.79g |
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| Fats | 13.21g | 19.81g |
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| Carbs | 27.97g | 15.09g |
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| Calories | 273kcal | 302kcal |
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| Fructose | 1.93g | 0g |
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| Sugar | 3.57g | 0.08g |
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| Fiber | 1.3g |
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| Calcium | 88mg | 11mg |
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| Iron | 1.74mg | 0.89mg |
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| Magnesium | 20mg | 24mg |
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| Phosphorus | 139mg | 272mg |
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| Potassium | 173mg | 252mg |
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| Sodium | 624mg | 566mg |
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| Zinc | 0.63mg | 0.59mg |
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| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.049mg |
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| Manganese | 0.358mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin C | 1.2mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.212mg | 0.16mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.2mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.942mg | 7.4mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.88mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.398mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.19µg | 0.33µg |
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| Cholesterol | 27mg | 44mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.079g | 0.114g |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.346g | 3.261g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.003g | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | 0.004g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.401g | 8.134g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.964g | 5.61g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.396g | 5.105g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.016g | 0.025g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.43g | 0.296g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | 0.015g |
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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
16%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
McChicken Sandwich is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.915g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
McChicken Sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.49g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chicken McNuggets contains less Sodium (difference - 58mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken McNuggets is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
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.