English muffin vs. Danish pastry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between English muffins and danish pastry
- English muffins are richer in fiber, yet danish pastry is richer in iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B12, folate, and monounsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for danish pastry is 33% higher.
- English muffins contain 3 times more fiber than danish pastry. English muffins contain 2.7g of fiber, while danish pastry contains 1g.
- English muffins contain less saturated fat.
- Danish pastry has a lower glycemic index than English muffins.
Food types used in this article are English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough) and Danish pastry, cheese.
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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 | +48.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +33.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +44.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +23.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +102.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -10.1% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +46.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +68.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +27.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +400% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +62.2% |
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:
8 g
Fats:
21.9 g
Carbs:
37.2 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
1.5 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +23.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +34.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1116.7% |
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Protein
~8g
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
6.794 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.313 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.575 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3646% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +190% |
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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| Selenium | 18.9µg | 34% | |
| Fats | 1.8g | 21.9g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 0.259g | 6.794g | 30% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.302g | 11.313g | 28% |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 1.8mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.888g | 2.575g | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.26mg | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 23mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0.2µg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 1g | 7% |
| Calories | 235kcal | 374kcal | 7% |
| Folate | 37µg | 60µg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 6.9µg | 6% | |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.089mg | 4% |
| Choline | 20.1mg | 4% | |
| Phosphorus | 133mg | 108mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 35µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.446mg | 0.304mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 46g | 37.2g | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 2mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 35mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 464mg | 417mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.35mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.181mg | 0.19mg | 1% |
| Protein | 7.7g | 8g | 1% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 98mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 36.2g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
| Sugar | 6.95g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.351mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0.089mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.242mg | 0.293mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.315mg | 0.371mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.553mg | 0.644mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 0.43mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.139mg | 0.174mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.379mg | 0.402mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.353mg | 0.412mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.17mg | 0.205mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 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%
22%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
40%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 23mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.95g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.535g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
English muffin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Danish pastry contains less Sodium (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Danish pastry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Danish pastry is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)