Egg McMUFFIN vs. Potato wedges — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Egg McMUFFIN and Potato wedges?
- Egg McMUFFIN is higher in Vitamin B2, Iron, Calcium, Phosphorus, and Vitamin B1, yet Potato wedges are higher in Vitamin B6, and Vitamin C.
- Egg McMUFFIN's daily need coverage for Cholesterol is 55% more.
- Egg McMUFFIN has 13 times more Calcium than Potato wedges. While Egg McMUFFIN has 192mg of Calcium, Potato wedges have only 15mg.
- The amount of Cholesterol in Potato wedges are lower.
We used McDONALD'S, Egg McMUFFIN and USDA Commodity, Potato wedges, frozen types in this article.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +1180% |
| Contains more IronIron | +228.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +248.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +129.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +127.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.1% |
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 E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +162% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +820% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +101.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +833.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +141.4% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.64 g
Fats:
9.66 g
Carbs:
21.67 g
Water:
52.58 g
Other:
2.45 g
Protein:
2.7 g
Fats:
2.2 g
Carbs:
25.5 g
Water:
68.3 g
Other:
1.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +405.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +339.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +88.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +17.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +29.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.592 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.735 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.55 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.451 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.102 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +87.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1601% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -84.7% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 228kcal | 123kcal |
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| Protein | 13.64g | 2.7g |
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| Fats | 9.66g | 2.2g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 11.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 20.57g | 23.5g |
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| Carbs | 21.67g | 25.5g |
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| Cholesterol | 165mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 20mg | 19mg |
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| Calcium | 192mg | 15mg |
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| Potassium | 173mg | 394mg |
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| Iron | 2.3mg | 0.7mg |
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| Sugar | 2.13g | 0.3g |
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| Fiber | 1.1g | 2g |
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| Copper | 0.084mg |
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| Zinc | 1.29mg | 0.37mg |
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| Phosphorus | 200mg | 87mg |
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| Sodium | 617mg | 49mg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.59mg |
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| Manganese | 0.235mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.262mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.368mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.102mg | 1.54mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.836mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.145mg | 0.35mg |
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| Folate | 79µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.109g | 0g |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.592g | 0.55g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.721g | 1.451g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.735g | 0.102g |
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| Fructose | 0.43g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.021g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.114g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.012g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.416g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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
28%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato wedges is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 165mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato wedges is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.83g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato wedges contains less Sodium (difference - 568mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Potato wedges is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 3.042g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Egg McMUFFIN is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.