English muffin vs. Crackers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are English muffins and crackers different?
- English muffins contain less iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, phosphorus, folate, calcium, and manganese than crackers.
- Crackers cover your daily need for iron, 39% more than English muffins.
- 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 crackers is 63.
English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough) and Crackers, standard snack-type, regular types were used 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +16.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +24% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +42.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +130.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +352.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +86.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37.5% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +129.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +196.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +177.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +46.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +148.6% |
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:
6.64 g
Fats:
26.43 g
Carbs:
61.3 g
Water:
3.14 g
Other:
2.49 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +16% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1240.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1368.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +33.3% |
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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
5.562 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.553 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
13.137 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2069.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1379.4% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.888g | 13.137g | 82% |
| Vitamin K | 69.3µg | 58% | |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 4.03mg | 39% |
| Fats | 1.8g | 26.43g | 38% |
| Saturated fat | 0.259g | 5.562g | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.456mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.181mg | 0.416mg | 20% |
| Vitamin E | 3.03mg | 20% | |
| Starch | 49.69g | 20% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 4.352mg | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.302g | 6.553g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 133mg | 248mg | 16% |
| Calories | 235kcal | 510kcal | 14% |
| Folate | 37µg | 92µg | 14% |
| Selenium | 6.7µg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 464mg | 726mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 120mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.491mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 46g | 61.3g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.104mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.063mg | 2% |
| Protein | 7.7g | 6.64g | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.49mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 2.3g | 2% |
| Choline | 9.6mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.446mg | 0.417mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 59g | N/A |
| Potassium | 131mg | 118mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 8.18g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 1.076g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0.084mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.242mg | 0.193mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.315mg | 0.246mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.553mg | 0.471mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 0.103mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.139mg | 0.112mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.379mg | 0.331mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.353mg | 0.294mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.17mg | 0.145mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.29g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.485g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.062g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.009g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 11.48g | 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
14%
49%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
English muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 262mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.303g)
Which food is cheaper?
English muffin is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Crackers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Crackers is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.