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McDonald's Junior Chicken Sandwich - Nutrition Facts and detailed Analysis
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Junior Chicken Sandwich

McDonald's - Junior Chicken Sandwich has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 29.1g 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 9.7 gms of protein, it is average 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.

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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 37, for McDonald's - Junior Chicken Sandwich, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs40%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietAVERAGE
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A74.6 IU1.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin C0.9 mg1.5%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium74.6 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Iron2.7 mg14.9%Top 30%High
Sodium597 mg24.9%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate29.1 g9.7%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.5 g6%Top 30%High
Sugars3.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.7 g19.4%Mid 40%Average

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.9 g23%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat2.6 g13.1%Mid 40%Average
Total Trans Fatty Acids0.3 g

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 390 Calories from Fat 180

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20 g 30.8%

Saturated Fat 3.5 g 17.5%

Trans Fat 0.4 g

Cholesterol 35 mg 11.7%

Sodium 800 mg 33.3%

Total Carbohydrates 39 g 13%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 5 g

Protein 13 g 26%

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 2%

Calcium 10% Iron 20%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://calorielab.com/restaurants/mcdonalds-ca/junior-chicken-sandwich/3008/38438 Embed Table:

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