English muffin vs. Chicken fingers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between English muffins and chicken fingers
- English muffins have more copper and fiber; however, chicken fingers are richer in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B5, and potassium.
- Chicken fingers cover your daily vitamin B3 needs 42% more than English muffins.
- Chicken fingers have 2 times less fiber than English muffins. English muffins have 2.7g of fiber, while chicken fingers have 1.2g.
- English muffins contain less sodium.
- English muffins have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of English muffins is 77, while the glycemic index of chicken fingers is 46.
Specific food types used in this comparison are English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough) and Fast foods, chicken tenders.
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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 | +205.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +21.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +87% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -39.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +56.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +184.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +112% |
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 | +64.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +94.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1000% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +424.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +178.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +890.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +300% |
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:
19.22 g
Fats:
13.95 g
Carbs:
17.25 g
Water:
46.64 g
Other:
2.94 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +166.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +149.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +675% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +10.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +22.5% |
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
2.493 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.83 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.783 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -89.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1499.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +551.2% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 8.217mg | 42% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.888g | 5.783g | 33% |
| Selenium | 17.5µg | 32% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.426mg | 29% |
| Protein | 7.7g | 19.22g | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 133mg | 282mg | 21% |
| Vitamin E | 3.17mg | 21% | |
| Fats | 1.8g | 13.95g | 19% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 48mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.446mg | 1.244mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 464mg | 769mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.302g | 4.83g | 11% |
| Carbs | 46g | 17.25g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 0.259g | 2.493g | 10% |
| Choline | 43.7mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin K | 8µg | 7% | |
| Starch | 17.03g | 7% | |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.069mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 373mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 1.2g | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.228mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.181mg | 0.11mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0.16µg | 5% |
| Folate | 37µg | 19µg | 5% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 17mg | 4% |
| Calories | 235kcal | 271kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.179mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 0.73mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 7IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 16.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.71mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.052g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0.222mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.242mg | 0.803mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.315mg | 0.845mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.553mg | 1.553mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 1.616mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.139mg | 0.518mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.379mg | 1.437mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.353mg | 0.908mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.17mg | 0.655mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.211g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.439g | N/A |
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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%
42%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
English muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 305mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.234g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chicken fingers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chicken fingers is relatively richer in vitamins
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.