McFlurry vs. Fast food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between mcFlurry and fast food
- Fast food is higher than mcFlurry in iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, folate, zinc, manganese, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, and vitamin B2.
- Fast food covers your daily iron needs 35% more than mcFlurry.
- The amount of sodium in mcFlurry is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are McDONALD'S, McFLURRY with M&M'S CANDIES and Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; plain.
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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 | +117.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +58.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1033.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +175% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +366.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +676.1% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +37.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +375% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +521.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +49.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3941% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +48.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2566.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +60.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +310.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +85.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +17.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +58.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -24.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +189.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +495.7% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +173.3% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +981% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +103.6% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 20.3µg | 37% | |
| Iron | 0.27mg | 3.06mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.139mg | 5.617mg | 34% |
| Protein | 4.02g | 16.52g | 25% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.317mg | 22% |
| Folate | 3µg | 80µg | 19% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 2.52mg | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.046mg | 0.357mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.6µg | 0.89µg | 12% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 331mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.053mg | 0.212mg | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.282g | 1.68g | 9% |
| Fats | 6.46g | 12.01g | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.243mg | 0.363mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.044mg | 0.121mg | 9% |
| Starch | 22.87g | 9% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.67g | 4.835g | 8% |
| Calcium | 135mg | 62mg | 7% |
| Choline | 34.4mg | 6% | |
| Calories | 177kcal | 297kcal | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1.7g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 33mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3.402g | 4.493g | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.73mg | 0.53mg | 4% |
| Fructose | 0.21g | 2.27g | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 116mg | 134mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 26.82g | 31.5g | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 0.38mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 27mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 9µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 26.62g | 29.8g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Potassium | 208mg | 197mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 24.37g | 4.88g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.281g | 0.514g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.46mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.642mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.13mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.785mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.306mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.67mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.728mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.402mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.121g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.391g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McFlurry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McFlurry contains less Sodium (difference - 277mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
McFlurry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.091g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McFlurry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fast food is lower in Sugar (difference - 19.49g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fast food is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fast food is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)