Egg McMUFFIN vs. Taco salad — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between egg McMUFFIN and taco salad
- The amount of phosphorus, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, iron, vitamin B3, calcium, and folate in egg McMUFFIN is higher than in taco salad.
- Egg McMUFFIN covers your daily cholesterol needs 48% more than taco salad.
- Taco salad has 5 times less vitamin B1 than egg McMUFFIN. Egg McMUFFIN has 0.262mg of vitamin B1, while taco salad has 0.05mg.
- Taco salad contains less cholesterol.
Specific food types used in this comparison are McDONALD'S, Egg McMUFFIN and Fast foods, taco salad.
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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 | +97.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +177.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +40.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +30% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +21.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +34.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +424% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +104.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +150.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +22.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +31.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +88.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +50% |
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:
6.68 g
Fats:
7.46 g
Carbs:
11.91 g
Water:
72.35 g
Other:
1.6 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +104.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +29.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +81.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +53.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +37.6% |
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
3.446 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.606 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.883 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +96.5% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~3.446g
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~2.606g
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 minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 165mg | 22mg | 48% |
| Phosphorus | 200mg | 72mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.262mg | 0.05mg | 18% |
| Protein | 13.64g | 6.68g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.368mg | 0.18mg | 14% |
| Iron | 2.3mg | 1.15mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.32µg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.102mg | 1.24mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 192mg | 97mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 617mg | 385mg | 10% |
| Folate | 79µg | 42µg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.735g | 0.883g | 6% |
| Choline | 23.3mg | 4% | |
| Selenium | 2.2µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.59mg | 4% | |
| Calories | 228kcal | 141kcal | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4% | |
| Copper | 0.084mg | 0.113mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.836mg | 0.68mg | 3% |
| Fats | 9.66g | 7.46g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.145mg | 0.11mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 21.67g | 11.91g | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.235mg | 0.167mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 26mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 173mg | 210mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.43g | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 1.8mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 3.592g | 3.446g | 1% |
| Zinc | 1.29mg | 1.36mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 20.57g | 11.91g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.13g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.109g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.721g | 2.606g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.075mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.254mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.311mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.549mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.486mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.343mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.201mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.021g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.114g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.012g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.416g | 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
28%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taco salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 143mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taco salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.13g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taco salad contains less Sodium (difference - 232mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taco salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.146g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Egg McMUFFIN is relatively richer in vitamins
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 minerals?
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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.