McGriddles vs. Chicken fingers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are McGriddles and Chicken fingers different?
- McGriddles are higher in Iron, and Vitamin B1, however, Chicken fingers are richer in Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B5, and Potassium.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B3 from Chicken fingers is 32% higher.
- McGriddles contain 4 times more Calcium than Chicken fingers. While McGriddles contain 63mg of Calcium, Chicken fingers contain only 17mg.
- Chicken fingers have less Saturated Fat.
McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES 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 | +270.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +94.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +157.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +15.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +90% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +68.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +94.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +14.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +166.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +224% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +294.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.41 g
Fats:
17.76 g
Carbs:
31.25 g
Water:
40.11 g
Other:
2.47 g
Protein:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +27.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +81.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +128.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
5.435 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.532 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.591 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.493 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +55.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -54.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +123.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
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 | +1440% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
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Galactose
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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 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 vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 312kcal | 271kcal |
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| Protein | 8.41g | 19.22g |
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| Fats | 17.76g | 13.95g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 30.25g | 16.05g |
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| Carbs | 31.25g | 17.25g |
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| Cholesterol | 24mg | 48mg |
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| Vitamin D | 7IU |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 28mg |
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| Calcium | 63mg | 17mg |
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| Potassium | 145mg | 373mg |
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| Iron | 1.42mg | 0.73mg |
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| Sugar | 11.23g | 0.4g |
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| Fiber | 1g | 1.2g |
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| Copper | 0.079mg | 0.069mg |
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| Zinc | 0.76mg | 0.71mg |
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| Starch | 17.03g |
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| Phosphorus | 316mg | 282mg |
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| Sodium | 737mg | 769mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 11IU |
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| Vitamin A | 3µg |
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| Vitamin E | 3.17mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.198mg | 0.228mg |
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| Selenium | 17.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.209mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.156mg | 0.179mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.082mg | 8.217mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.384mg | 1.244mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.108mg | 0.426mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.27µg | 0.16µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8µg |
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| Folate | 37µg | 19µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.956g | 0.052g |
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| Choline | 43.7mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 5.435g | 2.493g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.532g | 4.83g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.591g | 5.783g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.222mg |
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| Threonine | 0.803mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.845mg |
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| Leucine | 1.553mg |
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| Lysine | 1.616mg |
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| Methionine | 0.518mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 1.437mg |
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| Valine | 0.908mg |
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| Histidine | 0.655mg |
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| Fructose | 0.14g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g |
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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
20%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
McGriddles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 24mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
McGriddles contains less Sodium (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
McGriddles is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chicken fingers is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.83g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chicken fingers is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.942g)
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 ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.