McDonald's - McDONALD'S, Biscuit, Regular Size has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 43.77g 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 6.16 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is average.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
Ideally consumed as a Snack.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 30, for McDonald's - McDONALD'S, Biscuit, Regular Size, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 7% | |
Calories from Fat | 42% | |
Calories from Carbs | 51% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 20 IU | 0.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 6 mcg | |||
Retinol Activity Equivalent | 6 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin E | 1.2 mg | 3.9% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0.48 mg | 31.8% | Top 30% | High |
Riboflavin | 0.36 mg | 20.9% | Top 30% | High |
Niacin | 4.1 mg | 20.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg | 2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folate | 150 mcg | 37.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B12 | 0.12 mcg | 2% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.42 mg | 4.2% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 76 mg | 7.6% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 2.7 mg | 15.2% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 11 mg | 2.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Phosphorus | 442 mg | 44.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 120 mg | 3.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 974.1 mg | 40.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 0.42 mg | 2.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0.08 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Manganese | 0.26 mg | 13.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 43.8 g | 14.6% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 8% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 6.2 g | 12.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 16 g | 24.6% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0.1 g | |||
Total Trans Monoenoic Fatty Acids | 0.1 g | |||
Total Trans Polyenoic Fatty Acids | 0 g | |||
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 156 mg | |||
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 2024.9 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 344 Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16 g 24.6%
Saturated Fat 9.3 g 46.3%
Trans Fat 0.1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 974.1 mg 40.6%
Total Carbohydrates 43.8 g 14.6%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 3 g
Protein 6.2 g 12.3%
Vitamin A 0.4% Vitamin C
Calcium 7.6% Iron 15.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 257
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 20.1 g | Fat 15 g
Per 100g | Calories 165
Protein 1.5 g | Carbs 36.9 g | Fat 1.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 20
Protein 1 g | Carbs 4.3 g | Fat 0.19 g
Per 100g | Calories 226
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 16.6 g | Fat 13.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 344
Protein 6.2 g | Carbs 43.8 g | Fat 16 g
Per 100g | Calories 480
Protein 6.4 g | Carbs 54.4 g | Fat 25.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 303
Protein 5.1 g | Carbs 36.4 g | Fat 16.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 306
Protein 4.8 g | Carbs 32.3 g | Fat 16.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 262
Protein 2.3 g | Carbs 26.3 g | Fat 16.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 367
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 51.8 g | Fat 16.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 142
Protein 0.54 g | Carbs 1.81 g | Fat 15.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 468
Protein 1.1 g | Carbs 3.5 g | Fat 52 g