McDonald's - McDonalds - Quarter Pounder has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content.
The food contains 34g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 33.7 gms of protein, it is very 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 very 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 - McDonalds - Quarter Pounder has been given a composite ranking of 40, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 25% | |
Calories from Fat | 50% | |
Calories from Carbs | 25% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Sodium | 1230 mg | 51.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 34 g | 11.3% | ||
Sugars | 7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 33.7 g | 67.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 30.3 g | 46.6% | ||
Saturated Fat | 15.6 g | 78% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 551 Calories from Fat 273
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30.3 g 46.6%
Saturated Fat 15.6 g 78%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium 1230 mg 51.3%
Total Carbohydrates 34 g 11.3%
Dietary Fiber
Sugars 7 g
Protein 33.7 g 67.4%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 610
Protein 37 g | Carbs 46 g | Fat 31 g
Per 100g | Calories 380
Protein 15 g | Carbs 38 g | Fat 18 g
Per 100g | Calories 510
Protein 29 g | Carbs 40 g | Fat 26 g
Per 100g | Calories 285
Protein 15.2 g | Carbs 26 g | Fat 12.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 240
Protein 12 g | Carbs 28 g | Fat 9 g
Per 100g | Calories 260
Protein 3 g | Carbs 43 g | Fat 8 g
Per 100g | Calories 510
Protein 29 g | Carbs 40 g | Fat 26 g
Per 100g | Calories 285
Protein 15.2 g | Carbs 26 g | Fat 12.5 g