Either way, there are plenty ofMcDonald’s menuitems to choose from.
At the same time, there are also options that are betterknown for their flavor punchthan nutrient density.
Similarly, burger and sandwiches with high sodium content and added sugar won’t rank as high.
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You’ll find the items with few ingredients tend to rank better on our list.
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While it also contributes some saturated fat, the total count is still reasonable for a meal.
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Similar to the hamburger,this mealstill allows for side items to create a balanced option.
McChicken
This sandwichis another classic on the menu and is simply topped with mayo and shredded lettuce.
Save 100 calories and 11 grams of fat by skipping the mayo.
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For a low-calorie flavor punch, use mustard instead.
This move will also save you almost 100 milligrams of sodium.
Although a good source of protein, this is our first option with over 1,000 milligrams of sodium.
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This results in a few extra calories and an additional 6 grams of fat.
Although it is lower in sodium, it still provides close to half the daily recommended intake.
This is due to the Spicy Pepper Sauce that contains salt and sugar.
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Double Cheeseburger
Althoughthis optionis lower in calories, it comes along with nearly triple the saturated fat.
Quarter Pounder with Cheese
You’ll notice the remaining items on this list are burgers.
That is because beef and cheese are naturally higher in saturated fat than chicken.
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Skip the cheese and you save 100 calories and 4 grams of saturated fat.
Although, you’ll keep an extra gram of fiber and some nutrients from the tomato and lettuce.
If you might’t live without the bacon, consider skipping the cheese for a slightly healthier option.
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