McDonald's french fries vs. McFlurry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mcDonald's french fries and mcFlurry?
- McDonald's french fries are richer in vitamin B6, vitamin B3, fiber, potassium, vitamin B1, manganese, vitamin E, and copper, while mcFlurry is higher in vitamin B2 and calcium.
- McDonald's french fries' daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 25% higher.
- McFlurry has 23 times less vitamin B3 than mcDonald's french fries. McDonald's french fries have 3.22mg of vitamin B3, while mcFlurry has 0.139mg.
We used McDONALD'S, french fries and McDONALD'S, McFLURRY with M&M'S CANDIES types in this comparison.
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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 | +117.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +186.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +196.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +159.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +441.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +610.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -71.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +1625% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +252.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2216.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +617% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +556.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +23.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.41 g
Fats:
15.47 g
Carbs:
42.58 g
Water:
36.63 g
Other:
1.91 g
Protein:
4.02 g
Fats:
6.46 g
Carbs:
26.82 g
Water:
61.74 g
Other:
0.96 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +139.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +58.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +99% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +17.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +68.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.271 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.379 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.727 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.402 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.67 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.282 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -33.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +341.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1576.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
38.23 g
Sucrose:
0.21 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
16.9 g
Glucose:
0.75 g
Fructose:
0.21 g
Lactose:
6.23 g
Maltose:
0.28 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +7947.6% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| 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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.727g | 0.282g | 30% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6µg | 25% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.053mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.22mg | 0.139mg | 19% |
| Starch | 38.23g | 16% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.037mg | 0.243mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 0.2g | 15% |
| Fats | 15.47g | 6.46g | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.379g | 1.67g | 14% |
| Vitamin K | 16µg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 19mg | 135mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.18mg | 0.051mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 596mg | 208mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.38mg | 0.08mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.249mg | 0.046mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.114mg | 0.044mg | 8% |
| Choline | 39.8mg | 7% | |
| Calories | 323kcal | 177kcal | 7% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.27mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 189mg | 54mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 6% | |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.271g | 3.402g | 5% |
| Carbs | 42.58g | 26.82g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 17mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.59mg | 0.73mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 127mg | 116mg | 2% |
| Folate | 3µg | 1% | |
| Protein | 3.41g | 4.02g | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 38.68g | 26.62g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.21g | 24.37g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.51mg | 0.54mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.064g | 0.281g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0g | 0.21g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.382g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.031g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.251g | 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
27%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
17%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
McFlurry contains less Sodium (difference - 135mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McFlurry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McDonald's french fries is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McDonald's french fries is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.16g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McDonald's french fries is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.131g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
McDonald's french fries is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
McDonald's french fries is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)