English muffin vs. Chinese cuisine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between English muffins and chinese cuisine
- English muffins have more vitamin B1, manganese, copper, phosphorus, and vitamin B2; however, chinese cuisine has more vitamin A, vitamin B12, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and zinc.
- Chinese cuisine's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 25% more.
- English muffins have 5 times more vitamin B1 than chinese cuisine. English muffins have 0.181mg of vitamin B1, while chinese cuisine has 0.033mg.
- English muffins have a higher glycemic index than chinese cuisine.
The food varieties used in the comparison are English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough) and Restaurant, Chinese, beef and vegetables.
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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 | +40% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +136.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +163.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +75% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +142.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +55.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +114.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -11.9% |
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 | +448.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +18.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +11500% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +274.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +1100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +21.6% |
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:
7.08 g
Fats:
5.3 g
Carbs:
7.29 g
Water:
78.82 g
Other:
1.51 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +531% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +58.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +194.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +87.2% |
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Protein
~7.08g
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
0.978 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.13 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -73.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +303% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +139.9% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 51.3µg | 43% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0.48µg | 18% |
| Carbs | 46g | 7.29g | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 11.6mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 6.7µg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.181mg | 0.033mg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.049mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.147mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.161mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.888g | 2.13g | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 133mg | 76mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.055mg | 8% |
| Calories | 235kcal | 105kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 63µg | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 1.5mg | 7% |
| Choline | 34.5mg | 6% | |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 1.5g | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.82mg | 5% | |
| Fats | 1.8g | 5.3g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 14mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 1.11mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.259g | 0.978g | 3% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 1.32mg | 2% |
| Folate | 37µg | 45µg | 2% |
| Sodium | 464mg | 409mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 204mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.302g | 1.217g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Protein | 7.7g | 7.08g | 1% |
| Starch | 1.82g | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.55g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 5.79g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 2.41g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.446mg | 0.443mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.058g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.242mg | 0.313mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.315mg | 0.314mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.553mg | 0.525mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 0.552mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.139mg | 0.158mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.379mg | 0.317mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.353mg | 0.327mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.17mg | 0.207mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.264g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.803g | 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%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
28%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.41g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.719g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chinese cuisine contains less Sodium (difference - 55mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chinese cuisine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chinese cuisine 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.