McFlurry vs. Egg McMUFFIN — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mcFlurry and egg McMUFFIN
- Egg McMUFFIN is higher than mcFlurry in iron, folate, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, phosphorus, vitamin B2, manganese, and vitamin B6.
- Egg McMUFFIN covers your daily cholesterol needs 50% more than mcFlurry.
- The amount of cholesterol in mcFlurry is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are McDONALD'S, McFLURRY with M&M'S CANDIES and McDONALD'S, Egg McMUFFIN.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +20.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +17.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +42.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +751.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +90.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +138.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +72.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +410.9% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +637.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +413.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +51.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2131.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +14.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +173.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2533.3% |
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:
13.64 g
Fats:
9.66 g
Carbs:
21.67 g
Water:
52.58 g
Other:
2.45 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +23.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +239.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +49.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +155.2% |
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
3.592 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.735 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +62.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +515.2% |
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Saturated fat
~3.592g
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:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.4 g
Glucose:
0.4 g
Fructose:
0.43 g
Lactose:
0.33 g
Maltose:
0.57 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +4125% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +87.5% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +1787.9% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +104.8% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +103.6% |
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Starch
~0g
~equal in
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 16mg | 165mg | 50% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6µg | 25% | |
| Iron | 0.27mg | 2.3mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 617mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.139mg | 3.102mg | 19% |
| Protein | 4.02g | 13.64g | 19% |
| Folate | 3µg | 79µg | 19% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.262mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 116mg | 200mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.243mg | 0.368mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.282g | 1.735g | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.046mg | 0.235mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.053mg | 0.145mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 1.29mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 135mg | 192mg | 6% |
| Fats | 6.46g | 9.66g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1.1g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.044mg | 0.084mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.67g | 2.721g | 3% |
| Calories | 177kcal | 228kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 0.59mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.73mg | 0.836mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 26.82g | 21.67g | 2% |
| Potassium | 208mg | 173mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 20mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 3.402g | 3.592g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 26.62g | 20.57g | N/A |
| Sugar | 24.37g | 2.13g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.281g | 0.109g | N/A |
| Fructose | 0.21g | 0.43g | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.021g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.114g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.012g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.416g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McFlurry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 149mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McFlurry contains less Sodium (difference - 563mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McFlurry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.19g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Egg McMUFFIN is lower in Sugar (difference - 22.24g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Egg McMUFFIN is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Egg McMUFFIN is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)