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McDonald's 4 Piece Chicken Mcnugget - Nutrition Facts and detailed Analysis
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4 Piece Chicken Mcnugget

McDonald's - 4 Piece Chicken Mcnugget has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 16.87g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 15.34 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing McDonald's - 4 Piece Chicken Mcnugget has been given a composite ranking of 30, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat56%
 Calories from Carbs23%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietHIGH
Zone DietLOW

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Sodium613.5 mg25.6%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.9 g5.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.3 g30.7%Top 30%High

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat18.4 g28.3%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat3.1 g15.3%Top 30%High

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 190 Calories from Fat 108

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12 g 18.5%

Saturated Fat 2 g 10%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 30 mg 10%

Sodium 400 mg 16.7%

Total Carbohydrates 11 g 3.7%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 10 g 20%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium Iron

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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