Are McDonald’s Wraps Healthy? An Honest Answer 

POV: You love McDonald’s and wish that you could enjoy more of it, but you are wary of the fats it contains. What should you do? Should you keep indulging in this treat? Or should you say goodbye to it? 

McDonald’s isn’t the first fast-food restaurant chain to grace this planet. But it’s surely the most loved among the masses. You wouldn’t find the same juiciness and crispness in any other chicken. Notorious for its high-calorie content, the fast food giant’s menu still attracts a majority of Brits to its locations and app every day. 

The question arises about your presence in this club. Would you continue it? Granted you only indulge in wraps and not the more indulgent entries of the menu such as burgers or drinks, should you continue your loyalty to Maccies’ wrap of the day offer? Let this post help you think the dilemma through. 

Are McDonald’s Wraps Healthy?

Mac D’s wraps are part of its fast food menu which means they are just as healthy as the healthiest fast-food items can get. Why would I say healthiest? That’s because McDonald’s wraps are among the healthiest of all its offers. 

After all, these wraps skip burger patties which are full of fat along with proteins. Eliminate burger buns and replace them with wraps and you reduce your carb intake by a solid 11 grams per serving. If it’s not much for you, think of a lighter serving size and your choice of topping it off with veggies to enjoy a healthier meal. 

Nutrients You Get 

Every wrap gives you a unique combination of vegetables, chicken cuts, and sauces. Honestly, the unhealthy carbs in these meals come more from the sauces and preparation method than they come from the choices of main ingredients. Using the grilled chicken version of Mac D’s wraps, let’s dissect the nutrients you will get from each of these. 

Wraps	Calories	Fats	Carbs	Protein	Fiber
BBQ Bacon Chicken One	364	7.6	40	32	3.7
Sweet Chilli Chicken One	340	6.4	39	29	3.8
Caesar and Bacon Chicken One	403	13	38	32	3.6
Spicy Veggie One	365	8.8	59	8.7	7.1

You can see that these wraps are high in proteins, fats, and refined and unrefined carbs. If you look at the nutritional information of wraps with crispy chicken, you will find a higher value for fats in this table. Another insight that we get from this data is that Spicy Veggie One only cuts out protein from these nutrients. 

Against McDonald’s burgers, these wraps appear pretty healthy. But again, you want to maintain your overall health and want to know if McDonald’s will work as your regular kitchen alternative. The answer to this concern is a big fat no. 

You see, however healthy they are, McDonald’s wraps are fast food items at their best. You cannot binge eat them and expect perfect health. They will work as great options for your cheat days, though. Otherwise, opt for these wraps in moderation. 

How to Eat McDonald’s and Stay Healthy?

If McDonald’s isn’t healthy, should you abstain from it like you do from drugs?  No, you shouldn’t. Although this savory treat isn’t the healthiest meal and is not for health-conscious folks, it’s still doable if you eat it in moderation. 

So, how can you ensure that you maintain healthy eating habits without saying goodbye to your favorite treat? Here are a few ways.

Choose Grilled Chicken Versions 

So, the fast-food giant offers you two versions of its chicken wraps. You can go with either crisp chicken or grilled chicken option. For some enthusiasts, crispy chicken cuts are better because of their texture and flavor in the wholesome wrap. However, grilled chicken pieces are far better if you are watching your caloric intake. 

Not only does the grilled chicken version cut out some calories, but you also skip unhealthy fats that go into frying those cuts. So, take more health-conscious choices, and go for grilled chicken wraps in McDonald’s Wrap of the day. 

Be Mindful of Sauces 

The main ingredients of a McDonald’s wrap include tortillas, chicken cuts, vegetables, and sauces. Surely, no dieting and health and fitness guru will tell you to avoid vegetables. Chicken is also a healthy ingredient with the portion size used in this wrap. That leaves you to worry about either tortilla or sauces that go into making your wrap a blast. 

Tortilla brings processed carbs to the wrap, but it’s irreplaceable in its preparation. In the end, you must bear with these carbs one way or another. The only thing you can somewhat alter or manage is the sauces. The problem is these sauces add the most sugar content that defines the nutrient content of a McDonald’s wrap. 

Reducing the amount of these sauces or using them more mindfully will prevent most sugars and fats from creeping into your meals. What’s good is that you don’t have to eliminate these sauces from your wrap altogether. Just reduce the amount used in it to increase the health rating of your treat. 

Add Up On Vegetables 

What is the healthiest part of your favorite Maccies’ wrap if it’s not its vegetables? So, ask the server to add more vegetables to your wrap. Better yet, complete your meal with a McDonald’s salad. Adding a fruit basket to your meal will also fulfill your nutrient requirements for that meal without ruining your calorie target. 

vWrap It Up 

McDonald’s wraps are a treat for your cheat days. Don’t assume them to stay with you when you are on your journey to weight management and fitness. Doesn’t that mean you should kill your love for McDonald’s? Of course not. You are still encouraged to include it in your meal plan, but if you do that, do it mindfully. 

Skimp on sauces, choose grilled chicken versions for chicken wraps, and go for topped-up vegetables. Consume McDonald’s sparingly. Truth be told, once a week is enough to enjoy your cheat meal.