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McFlurry vs. McGriddles — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between McFlurry and McGriddles?

  • McFlurry is richer in Vitamin B12, Calcium, and Vitamin B5, while McGriddles are higher in Phosphorus, Vitamin B3, Iron, Vitamin B1, and Folate.
  • McGriddles' daily need coverage for Sodium is 30% higher.
  • McGriddles have 2 times less Vitamin B12 than McFlurry. McFlurry has 0.6µg of Vitamin B12, while McGriddles have 0.27µg.
  • McFlurry is lower in Saturated Fat.

We used McDONALD'S, McFLURRY with M&M'S CANDIES and McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES 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 Calcium +114.3%
Contains more Magnesium +21.4%
Contains more Potassium +43.4%
Contains less Sodium -92.7%
Contains more Iron +425.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +172.4%
Contains more Zinc +40.7%
Contains more Copper +79.5%
Contains more Manganese +330.4%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 41% 11% 13% 50% 19% 8% 15% 15% 6% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 19% 54% 10% 136% 13% 97% 21% 27% 26% 0%
Contains more Calcium +114.3%
Contains more Magnesium +21.4%
Contains more Potassium +43.4%
Contains less Sodium -92.7%
Contains more Iron +425.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +172.4%
Contains more Zinc +40.7%
Contains more Copper +79.5%
Contains more Manganese +330.4%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +55.8%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +90.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +122.2%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +309.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +2117.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +103.8%
Contains more Folate +1133.3%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 19% 2% 0% 0% 13% 57% 3% 44% 13% 3% 75% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 53% 36% 58% 24% 25% 28% 34% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +55.8%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +90.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +122.2%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +309.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +2117.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +103.8%
Contains more Folate +1133.3%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +53.9%
Contains more Protein +109.2%
Contains more Fats +174.9%
Contains more Carbs +16.5%
Contains more Other +157.3%
4% 6% 27% 62%
Protein: 4.02 g
Fats: 6.46 g
Carbs: 26.82 g
Water: 61.74 g
Other: 0.96 g
8% 18% 31% 40% 2%
Protein: 8.41 g
Fats: 17.76 g
Carbs: 31.25 g
Water: 40.11 g
Other: 2.47 g
Contains more Water +53.9%
Contains more Protein +109.2%
Contains more Fats +174.9%
Contains more Carbs +16.5%
Contains more Other +157.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -37.4%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +351%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +818.8%
64% 31% 5%
Saturated Fat: 3.402 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.67 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.282 g
35% 48% 17%
Saturated Fat: 5.435 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 7.532 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.591 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -37.4%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +351%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +818.8%

Carbohydrate type comparison

Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Sucrose +174.4%
Contains more Fructose +50%
Contains more Lactose +1053.7%
Contains more Glucose +421.3%
Contains more Maltose +71.4%
69% 3% 26%
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
55% 35% 5% 4%
Starch: 0 g
Sucrose: 6.16 g
Glucose: 3.91 g
Fructose: 0.14 g
Lactose: 0.54 g
Maltose: 0.48 g
Galactose: 0 g
Contains more Sucrose +174.4%
Contains more Fructose +50%
Contains more Lactose +1053.7%
Contains more Glucose +421.3%
Contains more Maltose +71.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
McFlurry McGriddles
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient McFlurry McGriddles Opinion
Net carbs 26.62g 30.25g McGriddles
Protein 4.02g 8.41g McGriddles
Fats 6.46g 17.76g McGriddles
Carbs 26.82g 31.25g McGriddles
Calories 177kcal 312kcal McGriddles
Fructose 0.21g 0.14g McFlurry
Sugar 24.37g 11.23g McGriddles
Fiber 0.2g 1g McGriddles
Calcium 135mg 63mg McFlurry
Iron 0.27mg 1.42mg McGriddles
Magnesium 17mg 14mg McFlurry
Phosphorus 116mg 316mg McGriddles
Potassium 208mg 145mg McFlurry
Sodium 54mg 737mg McFlurry
Zinc 0.54mg 0.76mg McGriddles
Copper 0.044mg 0.079mg McGriddles
Manganese 0.046mg 0.198mg McGriddles
Vitamin A 312IU 0IU McFlurry
Vitamin E 0.08mg McFlurry
Vitamin B1 0.051mg 0.209mg McGriddles
Vitamin B2 0.243mg 0.156mg McFlurry
Vitamin B3 0.139mg 3.082mg McGriddles
Vitamin B5 0.73mg 0.384mg McFlurry
Vitamin B6 0.053mg 0.108mg McGriddles
Folate 3µg 37µg McGriddles
Vitamin B12 0.6µg 0.27µg McFlurry
Cholesterol 16mg 24mg McFlurry
Trans Fat 0.281g 0.956g McFlurry
Saturated Fat 3.402g 5.435g McFlurry
Monounsaturated Fat 1.67g 7.532g McGriddles
Polyunsaturated fat 0.282g 2.591g McGriddles

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
McFlurry McGriddles
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
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
19%
McFlurry
21%
McGriddles
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
McFlurry
40%
McGriddles

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
McGriddles
McGriddles is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
McGriddles
McGriddles is lower in Sugar (difference - 13.14g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McFlurry
McFlurry contains less Sodium (difference - 683mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McFlurry
McFlurry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
McFlurry
McFlurry is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.033g)
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 ($)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. McFlurry - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173303/nutrients
  2. McGriddles - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172059/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.