Important Note :
At McDonald's, we take great care to serve quality, great-tasting menu items to our customers each and every time they visit our restaurants. We understand that each of our customers has individual needs and considerations when choosing a place to eat or drink outside their home, especially those customers with food allergies. As part of our commitment to you, we provide the most current ingredient information available from our food suppliers for the nine most common allergens as identified by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (eggs, dairy, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish and sesame), so that our guests with food allergies can make informed food selections. However, we also want you to know that despite taking precautions, normal kitchen operations may involve some shared cooking and preparation areas, equipment and utensils, and the possibility exists for your food items to come in contact with other food products, including allergens. We encourage our customers with food allergies or special dietary needs to visit www.mcdonalds.com for ingredient information, and to consult their doctor for questions regarding their diet. If you have questions about our food, please reach out to us directly using ourcontact us forms.
Percent Daily Values (DV) and RDIs are based on unrounded values.
**Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
The nutrition information on this website is derived from testing conducted in accredited laboratories, published resources, or from information provided from McDonald's suppliers. The nutrition information is based on standard product formulations and serving sizes. Calories for fountain beverages are based on standard fill levels plus ice. If you use the self-service fountain inside the restaurant for your drink order, see the sign posted at the beverage fountain for beverage calories without ice. All nutrition information is based on average values for ingredients and is rounded in accordance with current U.S. FDA NLEA regulations. Variation in serving sizes, preparation techniques, product testing and sources of supply, as well as regional and seasonal differences may affect the nutrition values for each product. In addition, product formulations change periodically. You should expect some variation in the nutrient content of the products purchased in our restaurants. Beverage sizes may vary in your market. McDonald’s USA does not certify or claim any of its US menu items as Halal, Kosher or meeting any other religious requirements. We do not promote any of our US menu items as vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free. This information is correct as of January 2022, unless stated otherwise.
Important Note :
At McDonald's, we take great care to serve quality, great-tasting menu items to our customers each and every time they visit our restaurants. We understand that each of our customers has individual needs and considerations when choosing a place to eat or drink outside their home, especially those customers with food allergies. As part of our commitment to you, we provide the most current ingredient information available from our food suppliers for the nine most common allergens as identified by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (eggs, dairy, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish and sesame), so that our guests with food allergies can make informed food selections. However, we also want you to know that despite taking precautions, normal kitchen operations may involve some shared cooking and preparation areas, equipment and utensils, and the possibility exists for your food items to come in contact with other food products, including allergens. We encourage our customers with food allergies or special dietary needs to visit www.mcdonalds.com for ingredient information, and to consult their doctor for questions regarding their diet. Due to the individualized nature of food allergies and food sensitivities, customers' physicians may be best positioned to make recommendations for customers with food allergies and special dietary needs. If you have questions about our food, please reach out to us directly at mcdonalds.com/contact or 1-800-244-6227.
I've spent years delving into the intricacies of food science and nutrition, examining how ingredients interact within the human body. I've also delved into corporate statements and the practices of major food chains like McDonald's, understanding their commitment to transparency and customer safety regarding allergens and dietary information.
Let's dissect the content you provided. McDonald's emphasizes their dedication to serving quality food while acknowledging individual dietary needs, particularly those related to the top nine allergens recognized by the FDA: eggs, dairy, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, and sesame. Their commitment involves offering updated ingredient information from suppliers to enable informed choices for customers with food allergies. However, they also caution about potential cross-contact in kitchen operations, despite precautions taken to prevent allergen exposure.
They encourage customers with allergies or special dietary requirements to refer to their website for ingredient information and urge consultation with a physician for specific dietary queries. The disclaimer mentions that due to the individualized nature of allergies and sensitivities, a customer's physician might be best suited to offer recommendations.
Additionally, they highlight that nutritional information, such as calories and daily values, is based on standardized product formulations and serving sizes. However, variations in preparation methods, regional differences, and changes in product formulations over time could lead to differences in the nutritional content of items purchased from their restaurants.
McDonald's doesn't certify its US menu items as meeting religious dietary requirements such as Halal or Kosher, nor do they endorse items as vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free.
For customers seeking further information or with specific inquiries about their food, McDonald's provides contact options via their website or a toll-free number.
This comprehensive disclaimer covers allergens, dietary concerns, nutritional information, and the limitations of certifications regarding religious or dietary preferences, showcasing McDonald's commitment to transparency and customer safety while acknowledging the complexity of individual dietary needs.
