McDonald's - White Meat Chicken McNuggets has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 15.93g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 14.16 gms of protein, it is 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and average 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing McDonald's - White Meat Chicken McNuggets has been given a composite ranking of 18, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 21% | |
Calories from Fat | 54% | |
Calories from Carbs | 24% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 17.7 mg | 1.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.97 mg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 575.2 mg | 24% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 14.2 g | 28.3% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 15.9 g | 24.5% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 15.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0.9 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 300 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18 g 27.7%
Saturated Fat 3.5 g 17.5%
Trans Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 40 mg 13.3%
Sodium 650 mg 27.1%
Total Carbohydrates 18 g 6%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 16 g 32%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium 2% Iron 6.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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