A world-wide fast food classic, Mcdonald’s seem to be on every corner of the planet. They are an easy option for a quick, cheap meal, but they aren’t exactly known for healthy choices.
When it comes to those on a low salt diet, or looking for low sodium options, Mcdonald’s does have some decent (a few healthy) options. A good trick is asking for no salt added to their fries.
Whether your limited on food options on a road trip, or simply craving a snack from the golden arches, here is an easy guide for low salt / sodium options.
Heart Healthy – Under 500mg of Sodium per Meal
Breakfast
- Fruit & Maple Oatmeal – 150mg
- Hashbrown – 310mg
McNuggets & McCrispy Strips
- 4 Piece Chicken McNuggets – 340mg
- 6 Piece Chicken McNuggets – 500mg
Fries and Sides
- Apple Slices – 0mg
- Fries (Kids Size) – 90mg
- Fries (Small Size) – 190mg
- Fries (Medium Size) – 260mg
- Fries (Large Size) – 400mg
Daily Upper Limit – Under 766mg of Sodium per Meal
Breakfast
- Sausage McMuffin – 766mg
- Plain Bagel – 550mg
- Hotcakes – 530mg
Burgers
- Cheeseburger – 720mg
- Hamburger: The Classic McDonald’s Burger – 510mg
Chicken and Fish Sandwiches
- McChicken – 560mg
- Filet-O-Fish – 580mg