McDonald's - Chicken McNuggets (10 Piece) has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 17.01g 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 15.12 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing McDonald's - Chicken McNuggets (10 Piece) has been given a composite ranking of 29, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 21% | |
Calories from Fat | 56% | |
Calories from Carbs | 23% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin C | 0.76 mg | 1.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 12.6 mg | 1.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 0.91 mg | 5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 0 mg | |||
Sodium | 629.9 mg | 26.2% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 17 g | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 15.1 g | 30.2% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 18.3 g | 28.1% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 15.7% | Top 30% | High |
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 460 Calories from Fat 260
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29 g 44.6%
Saturated Fat 5 g 25%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 70 mg 23.3%
Sodium 1000 mg 41.7%
Total Carbohydrates 27 g 9%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 24 g 48%
Vitamin A Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 2% Iron 8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 106
Protein 0 g | Carbs 29.4 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 307
Protein 0 g | Carbs 79.7 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 291
Protein 15.3 g | Carbs 16.9 g | Fat 18.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 290
Protein 14.5 g | Carbs 16.6 g | Fat 17.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 265
Protein 13.2 g | Carbs 29.1 g | Fat 10.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 220
Protein 13.2 g | Carbs 22 g | Fat 8.8 g
Per 100g | Calories 291
Protein 15.3 g | Carbs 16.9 g | Fat 18.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 290
Protein 14.5 g | Carbs 16.6 g | Fat 17.6 g