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Wendy's Chicken Nuggets - Nutrition Facts and detailed Analysis
5

Chicken Nuggets

Wendy's - Chicken Nuggets has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 16.67g 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 14 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 high 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 an Appetizer.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Wendy's - Chicken Nuggets has been given a composite ranking of 5, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat59%
 Calories from Carbs22%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0 IU
Vitamin C0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium13.3 mg1.3%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.73 mg4.1%Mid 40%Average
Sodium646.7 mg26.9%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.7 g5.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14 g28%Top 30%High

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat19.3 g29.7%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat4 g20%Top 30%High
Total Trans Fatty Acids2.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 440 Calories from Fat 260

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 29 g 44.6%

Saturated Fat 6 g 30%

Trans Fat 3.5 g

Cholesterol 70 mg 23.3%

Sodium 970 mg 40.4%

Total Carbohydrates 25 g 8.3%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 21 g 42%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium 2% Iron 6.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://calorielab.com/restaurants/wendys/chicken-nuggets/5/363 Embed Table:

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