McFlurry vs. Chicken fingers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are mcFlurry and chicken fingers different?
- McFlurry is higher in vitamin B12 and calcium; however, chicken fingers are richer in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin E, vitamin B5, and manganese.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for chicken fingers is 50% higher.
- McFlurry contains 8 times more calcium than chicken fingers. While mcFlurry contains 135mg of calcium, chicken fingers contain only 17mg.
- McFlurry has less cholesterol.
McDONALD'S, McFLURRY with M&M'S CANDIES and Fast foods, chicken tenders are the varieties used in this article.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +694.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +64.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +79.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +170.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +56.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +31.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +143.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +395.7% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +35.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +275% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +3862.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +115.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +5811.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +70.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +703.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +533.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.02 g
Fats:
6.46 g
Carbs:
26.82 g
Water:
61.74 g
Other:
0.96 g
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +55.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +32.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +378.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +115.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +206.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.402 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.67 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.282 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -26.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +189.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1950.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
Starch:
17.03 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +4125% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
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Galactose
~0g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.139mg | 8.217mg | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.282g | 5.783g | 37% |
| Selenium | 17.5µg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 54mg | 769mg | 31% |
| Protein | 4.02g | 19.22g | 30% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.053mg | 0.426mg | 29% |
| Phosphorus | 116mg | 282mg | 24% |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 3.17mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6µg | 0.16µg | 18% |
| Calcium | 135mg | 17mg | 12% |
| Fats | 6.46g | 13.95g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 48mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.73mg | 1.244mg | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.046mg | 0.228mg | 8% |
| Choline | 43.7mg | 8% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.67g | 4.83g | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 8µg | 7% | |
| Starch | 17.03g | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.27mg | 0.73mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.243mg | 0.179mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.11mg | 5% |
| Calories | 177kcal | 271kcal | 5% |
| Potassium | 208mg | 373mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1.2g | 4% |
| Folate | 3µg | 19µg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 3.402g | 2.493g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.044mg | 0.069mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 28mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 26.82g | 17.25g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.71mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 26.62g | 16.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 24.37g | 0.4g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.281g | 0.052g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.222mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.803mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.845mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.553mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.616mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.518mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.908mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.655mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.21g | 0g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | 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
16%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McFlurry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 32mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McFlurry contains less Sodium (difference - 715mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McFlurry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken fingers is lower in Sugar (difference - 23.97g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chicken fingers is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.909g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)