Mcdonalds are typically a big no-no on diets, but in slimming world you can be flexible with what you eat, as long as you're tracking your syns, so how many syns does a big mac have?
Big Macs have on average have 27 syns per burger, which is nearly double the amount of your daily syn allowance, we would avoid picking Big Macs when eating foods from Mcdonald's due to their high syn count.
To help you stay on track with your Mcdonald's, we've composed a short guide below, covering why big macs are so high in syns, the syn values of their burger range and some low syn burgers from other takeaway chains as well as our SW burger recipe!
You might be shocked to learn that big macs have 27 syns a burger, these burgers get their syns due to their large size, with three bread buns rather than two, and two beef burger patties inside, hence why they are double the amount of syns than your standard.
Big macs are very unhealthy and should be avoided when trying to lose weight, one burger has up to 25g of fat which is nearly all of your recommended fat allowance for the day. Processed cheese and sauces also add in additional calories.
Mcdonalds have a huge range of burgers other than their big mac with varying syn values, we've listed the rest of them down below to help you compare your options.
Mcdonalds burgers can be very high in syns, luckily there are plenty of other food chains offering takeaway burgers, we've listed a few low syn alternatives to check out below.
One of the best ways to find a low syn burger is by making your own at home! We've got you covered with a great low syn SW burger recipe below which is syn free and makes two burgers.
To conclude, Mcdonald's big macs are very high in syns, costing you nearly double your syn allowance for the day, they are also very high in fat due to their extra-large size.
We would recommend avoiding big macs entirely and choosing lower syn burgers with a reduced size such as their mayo chicken burger which has 16 syns, or try making your syn free burger at home!
Syn values are calculated using a formula based on calories, saturated fat and sugar content per serving. They’re not the same as calories — a product can be low in calories but higher in syns if it’s high in sugar or fat. Always check the official Slimming World app for the most accurate and up-to-date syn values.
Yes. When manufacturers reformulate their products, the syn value can go up or down. This is why we recommend double-checking with the Slimming World app or your consultant, especially if a product’s packaging has changed recently.
Most Slimming World members work with 5 to 15 syns per day. Your consultant will advise on the right amount for you. The key is to use your syns on the things you enjoy most — whether that’s a chocolate bar, a glass of wine, or a packet of crisps.
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