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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "McDonalds Big Mac"
| Food Name: McDonalds Big Mac | |
| Food Group: Fast Foods | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 257 | Total Fat (g): 15 |
| Protein (g): 12 | Carbohydrates (g): 20 |
| Sugars (g): 4 | Fiber (g): 2 |
| Net Carbs (g): 18 | Water (g): 51 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 4 | Cholesterol (mg): 36 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 3474 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 306 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 188 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 3 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 46 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 116 | Iron (mg): 2 |
| Magnesium (mg): 20 | Phosphorus (mg): 122 |
| Potassium (mg): 181 | Sodium (mg): 460 |
| Zinc (mg): 2 | |
| Other Compounds | |
| PRAL Score: 4 | |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Glucose (g): 1 | Fructose (g): 2 |
Key Nutrition Facts about McDonalds Big Mac
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'McDonalds Big Mac'?
100 grams of 'McDonalds Big Mac' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 12g (around 24% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 20g (around 7% of daily requirement),
Fat – 15g (around 19% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Protein, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Protein intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'McDonalds Big Mac'?
A 100-gram serving of 'McDonalds Big Mac' provides around 257 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 13% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'McDonalds Big Mac' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'McDonalds Big Mac' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 12g protein, 20g carbs, and 15g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'McDonalds Big Mac' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
It is also an average source of:
Zinc (mg): 2 mg (18% DV),
Sodium (mg): 460 mg (20% DV).
'McDonalds Big Mac' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 116 mg (9% DV),
Iron (mg): 2 mg (11% DV),
Potassium (mg): 181 mg (4% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 20 mg (5% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 122 mg (10% DV).
Which vitamins are present in McDonalds Big Mac in significant amounts?
'McDonalds Big Mac' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 1 mcg (42% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 3 mg (19% DV).
'McDonalds Big Mac' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (IU): 188 IU (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 46 mcg (12% DV).
Which nutrients in 'McDonalds Big Mac' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 4 g (20% of max recommended),
Sodium (mg): 460 mg (20% of max recommended).