Even though many McDonald’s menu items have enough calories, fat and carbs for an entire day, there ARE some items that don’t have to break your caloric bank.Amy Goodsonis a registered dietician and author ofThe Sports Nutrition Playbookrecommends these if you are looking for a healthier choice.
- Egg McMuffin– Per 1 Meal:300 calories, 12 g fat (6 g saturated), 760 mg sodium, 30g carbs (2g fiber, 3g sugar), 17g proteinA great on-the go breakfast that will keep you feeling full all morning
- Fruit & Maple Oatmeal– Per 1 Meal:320 calories, 4.5g fat (1.5g saturated), 150 mg sodium, 64g carbs (4g fiber, 31g sugar), 6g proteinThe fiber in the oatmeal is known to promote good heart and gut health
- Sausage Burrito + Apple Slices– Per 1 Meal:325 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated), 800 mg sodium, 29g carbs (1g fiber, 5g sugar), 13g proteinA complete breakfast with the combination of egg, sausage, veggies and fruit slices
- 6-piece Chicken McNuggets Happy Meal– Per 1 Meal:475 calories, 22.5g fat (4.5g saturated), 715mg sodium, 46g carbs (2g fiber, 15g sugar), 24g proteinHappy Meals are not only for kids and even though this meal includes a few fries, it’s surrounded by healthy items as well
- McChicken– Per 1 Meal:400 calories, 21 g fat (3.5g saturated), 560 mg sodium, 39g carbs (1g fiber, 5g sugar), 14g proteinA good crunchy sandwich that you can add apple slices to to complete a healthy meal
- Cheeseburger– Per 1 Meal:300 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated), 720 mg sodium, 32g carbs (2g fiber, 7g sugar), 15g proteinGreat if you crave a burger with only 300 calories and 15 grams of protein
- 4-Piece Chicken McNuggets + Apple Slices– Per 1 Meal:185 calories, 10 g fat (1.5g saturated), 330mg sodium, 14g carbs (0 fiber, 3g sugar), 9g proteinA great on-the-go snack with no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives—add apple slices to top it off
Keep this list handy for the next time you visit the Golden Arches and are being more health-conscious with your diet!
Source:EatThis,NotThat!