McDonald's - McDonald's Nuggets has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 27g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 24 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 high 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 - McDonald's Nuggets has been given a composite ranking of 49, and in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 21% | |
| Calories from Fat | 56% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 23% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
Why this is bad for you
- High in Saturated Fat
- High in Cholesterol
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
Mineral Analysis
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 27 g | 9% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
| Sugars | 0 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 24 g | 48% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 29 g | 44.6% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 5 g | 25% | ||
| Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
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Nutrition Facts
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
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