Biscuit vs. Muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between biscuits and muffin
- The amount of selenium, iron, calcium, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, and vitamin B3 in biscuits is higher than in muffin.
- Biscuits cover your daily selenium needs 21% more than muffin.
- Muffin has 5 times less calcium than biscuits. Biscuits have 235mg of calcium, while muffin has 44mg.
- Muffin contains less sodium.
- Muffin has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of muffin is 59, while the glycemic index of biscuits is 44.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Biscuits, plain or buttermilk, prepared from recipe and Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins).
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +80% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +434.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +123.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +36.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +45.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +137.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +18.8% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +111.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +90.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +108% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +27.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +350% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +64.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +14.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +55.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +116.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.8% |
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Fats
~16.07g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +43.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -34.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +94.6% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 39.2µg | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.163g | 8.103g | 26% |
| Selenium | 19.5µg | 8.2µg | 21% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 1.3mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 235mg | 44mg | 19% |
| Choline | 92.5mg | 17% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.356mg | 0.168mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.31mg | 0.163mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.63mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 580mg | 336mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.949mg | 1.418mg | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 30mg | 9% |
| Starch | 16.31g | 7% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.324g | 2.844g | 7% |
| Protein | 7g | 4.49g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.93g | 4.822g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.285mg | 0.47mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 164mg | 146mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.08µg | 0.16µg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.378mg | 0.449mg | 3% |
| Folate | 61µg | 48µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 44.6g | 53g | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.37mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 21µg | 2% | |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 1.1g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.21g | 2% | |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Calories | 353kcal | 375kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Fats | 16.3g | 16.07g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.1g | 51.9g | N/A |
| Potassium | 121mg | 121mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.18g | 31.47g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.211mg | 0.181mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.273mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.514mg | 0.421mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.226mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.132mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.347mg | 0.277mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.313mg | 0.257mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.161mg | 0.128mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.022g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.048g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.911g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
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30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 244mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.48g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Muffin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Biscuit is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Biscuit is lower in Sugar (difference - 29.29g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Biscuit is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Biscuit is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)