McDonald's

mmsilvia
mmsilvia Posts: 459 Member
edited October 3 in Food and Nutrition
So I have a playdate with my son & some of his friends & parents. After the playground we are going to McDonald's. I was looking for advice on the best options. I was thinking of a chix snack wrap.

What are the healthier picks at McDonalds??
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  • HMonsterX
    HMonsterX Posts: 3,000 Member
    In before all the haters!

    Their website has a full nutrition list, so you can scan through and pick what you like, and see the nutrition there too!
  • krypt5
    krypt5 Posts: 243 Member
    In before all the haters!

    Their website has a full nutrition list, so you can scan through and pick what you like, and see the nutrition there too!

    LOL! Waiting for the haters too.
  • Pidders89
    Pidders89 Posts: 1,169 Member
    i have gone down the whole list of mcdonals nurtritional info and its either chicken nuggets with salad or small chips :)

    xxx
  • njoithomp
    njoithomp Posts: 61
    The yogurt parfait is only 140 calories and tastes very good. All of the snack wraps are good, chicken and burger types. And their salads are great as long as you get the chicken grilled.
  • BridgetMiko
    BridgetMiko Posts: 47 Member
    Their grilled chicken sandwich minus the mayo is pretty good. You can add a side salad with fat free dressing too.

    Good luck, have fun!
  • nakabi
    nakabi Posts: 589 Member
    I would check out their website.
    I usually get their grilled chicken sandwhich or the Asian grilled chicken salad. both are tasty and low-cal for fastfood. Make sure to go easy on the dressing for the salad though :) and I always ask for no mayo on the sandwich..they layer it on really thick! Enjoy your playdate :)
  • christmre
    christmre Posts: 109 Member
    You can get a side salad, or a wrap, just choose grilled chicken, not crispy, it's not that bad. But really if you have the calories and want a cheeseburger, just get the cheeseburger, I say.
  • RentThisSpace
    RentThisSpace Posts: 96 Member
    I ate there yesterday on my way to meet my running group. I had a Southwest Chicken salad (grilled) and grill chicken snack wrap. Both were pretty reasonable and tasted pretty good. YMMV.
  • erica14304
    erica14304 Posts: 49 Member
    When I do have to eat there, which isn't very often I will get a Happy Meal. With fries and a cheeseburger it's around 500 calories.
  • Enforcer25
    Enforcer25 Posts: 350 Member
    I think the chicken wrap is pretty good, something grilled and water, you should be fine.
  • BeautyFromPain
    BeautyFromPain Posts: 4,952 Member
    They all should have pamphlets in their stores and the calories in a list on the wall.
    There are also the "heart tick approved meals" which is either chicken burger, nuggets, wrap etc wt a salad nd oj/water.
    Also, seared chicken is cooked on the grill in water so probs healthiest thing I would say.

    *worked there for 5 years*
  • asyouseefit
    asyouseefit Posts: 1,265 Member
    When I do have to eat there, which isn't very often I will get a Happy Meal. With fries and a cheeseburger it's around 500 calories.

    And you get a free toy! :)
  • UpEarly
    UpEarly Posts: 2,555 Member
    I usually just eat what I want, and plan to get a tough workout in. :-)
  • zaiikaa
    zaiikaa Posts: 112
    When I do eat there, which is all the freaking time because it's delicious, I get a chicken nuggets kids meal. :)
  • Stoosshelby
    Stoosshelby Posts: 14
    There are a LOT of fat grams in a snackwrap. Even the grilled chicken snack wrap with honey mustard. You are better off with a side salad and a yogurt parfait (minus the granola). I used to eat these often until I did the research.
  • khill2742
    khill2742 Posts: 22
    Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad! I love it!
  • AlsDonkBoxSquat
    AlsDonkBoxSquat Posts: 6,128 Member
    Their grilled chicken sandwich minus the mayo is pretty good. You can add a side salad with fat free dressing too.

    Good luck, have fun!

    McDonalds :sick:
    But if you must, the above, minus the mayo and bread. If you're going to have dressing, you might as well pick a real vin instead of that fat free shiznit.
  • BrettPGH
    BrettPGH Posts: 4,716 Member
    Like everyone says, just look at their nutritional info. Best thing you can do.

    And if I can be pre-emptive regarding the haters:

    NO, McDonald's food does not contain wood as a filler

    NO, McDonald's meat does not contain hoofs and non-edible animal parts

    NO, McDonald's chicken is not 70% corn syrup

    NO, McDonald's milkshakes are not mostly flour

    NO, McDonald's does not steal newborn babies in the night to make their Big Macs


    Ok that last one was just me being silly, every other ridiculous claim I have seen on these forums. I don't like McDonald's either. But I don't need to spread lies and rumors about them or anyone else. Use your head.
  • Photoology
    Photoology Posts: 121 Member
    The wrap is good and see if you can it without the dressing they put in it and get that on the side.
  • erikinhasanchez
    erikinhasanchez Posts: 20
    Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo McDonald's.

    Dont take your kids to this crap fast food!
  • atsteele
    atsteele Posts: 1,358 Member
    I go with my kids too. I usually just get a large black coffee with hazelnut flavoring and then eat when I get home. Saves money too. :)
  • HMonsterX
    HMonsterX Posts: 3,000 Member
    It's odd to me. I just realised thinking about it now that I've only been there once in the last 5 months. Not because i dont like it, its not healthy, etc etc, but because of the time of day i eat! I could happily have my "usual" of 9 nuggets, large fries, medium diet coke, but that would mean i couldn't have my usual dinner at midnight! In the old days I'd have both without batting an eyelid, but now that thought doesnt even enter my head!
  • Asil76
    Asil76 Posts: 477 Member
    Spicy Thai Salad or Tuscan Salad w/ grilled chicken...both are pretty good.
  • sswift76
    sswift76 Posts: 37 Member
    I usually get a grilled chicken snack wrap with honey mustard, and either a fruit and walnut salad or a snack size fruit and yogurt parfait.. Yum!
  • Ashley121205
    Ashley121205 Posts: 131 Member
    I'd say Grilled Chicken salad and/or Fruit and Yogurt Parfait. The Parfait is only 160 calories including the granola (which is only 30)
  • HMonsterX
    HMonsterX Posts: 3,000 Member
    Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo McDonald's.

    Dont take your kids to this crap fast food!

    Here they come!

    *Braces for hater floodgates*
  • chubbychristianchick
    chubbychristianchick Posts: 217 Member
    I eat McD's every Wednesday on my way to bible study... I always stop and get a chipolte grilled snack wrap... you can ask them to add extra lettuce and pickles... this helps bulk it up... i usually get a side salad or a fruit and yogurt parfait... also an unsweetened iced tea with 4 splenda! yummmmmmmssssss
  • Jill_newimprovedversion
    Jill_newimprovedversion Posts: 988 Member
    I'm not a hater- but perusing their menu ahead of time ( or ANYplace else you might go during your lifetime)
    is a GREAT advantage.

    I know I could lose a LOT more weight a LOT faster, but I'm looking for a lifestyle I can reasonably maintain
    AFTER I reach my final goal-
    and going out to eat- and eating in moderation- IS and WILL CONTINUE TO BE a part of my life I
    have NO intentions of giving up.

    Best wishes to you.

    And if you order a burger, there's no law that says you have to eat the bun. (you might be surprised to find out how many calories you can save there) Your choice in condiments will save you too- you can ask them to leave it off too and you put on as much as you'd like
    Eat it w/ a fork. That's what I do @ Five Guys.
  • Jess22542
    Jess22542 Posts: 66
    A few things that are good choices:

    Premium Grilled Chicken Sandwich - 350 calories
    Chipotle BBQ or Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken Snack Wrap - 250 calories/each
    Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad - 190 calories (that's without dressing)
    Grilled Chicken southwest Salad - 290 calories (also without dressing)
    Good dressing options:
    - Light Balsamic Vinaigrette - 35 calories for 1.5 oz
    - Low Fat Italian - 50 calories for 1.5 oz
    Snack Size Fruit and Walnut Salad - 210 calories
    Fruit and Yogurt Parfait - 160 calories
    Strawberry Banana or Wild Berry Smoothie - 210 calories
    Kiddie Cone - 45 calories
  • ShannonTodd
    ShannonTodd Posts: 105 Member
    My favorites are the Apple Walnut Salad or the Fruit Parfait. Yum!
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