English muffin vs. Cheese sandwich — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between English muffins and cheese sandwich
- English muffins have less phosphorus, manganese, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, calcium, vitamin B1, and vitamin B3.
- Cheese sandwich's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 36% more.
- English muffins have a higher glycemic index than cheese sandwich.
The food varieties used in the comparison are English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough) and Crackers, wheat, sandwich, with cheese filling.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -44.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +157.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +292.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +133.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +194.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +24% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +24.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +187.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +203.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +97.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +177.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +103.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +39.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +507% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +200% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +73% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.7 g
Fats:
1.8 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
42.1 g
Other:
2.4 g
Protein:
9.8 g
Fats:
25 g
Carbs:
58.2 g
Water:
3.2 g
Other:
3.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1215.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1288.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +26.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +58.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.259 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.302 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.888 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.129 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.351 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.166 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3327.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +932.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.888g | 9.166g | 55% |
| Selenium | 24.3µg | 44% | |
| Phosphorus | 133mg | 382mg | 36% |
| Fats | 1.8g | 25g | 36% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 1.083mg | 32% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.302g | 10.351g | 25% |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 2.62mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.427mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 0.259g | 4.129g | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.261mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 464mg | 839mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.181mg | 0.358mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 204mg | 15% |
| Calories | 235kcal | 497kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 3.185mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 54mg | 8% |
| Folate | 37µg | 64µg | 7% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 306mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 46g | 58.2g | 4% |
| Protein | 7.7g | 9.8g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.446mg | 0.622mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0.12µg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.16mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 1.5mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.87mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 3.1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 21µg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 55.1g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0.13mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.242mg | 0.298mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.315mg | 0.383mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.553mg | 0.698mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 0.344mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.139mg | 0.167mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.379mg | 0.472mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.353mg | 0.438mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.17mg | 0.219mg | 0% |
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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
14%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
85%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
English muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 375mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.87g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cheese sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheese sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)