English muffin vs. Lasagne — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between English muffins and lasagne?
- English muffins are richer in vitamin B1, manganese, and vitamin B2, while lasagne is higher in vitamin B12, vitamin A, and vitamin B6.
- Lasagne's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 12% higher.
- Lasagne has 3 times less vitamin B1 than English muffins. English muffins have 0.181mg of vitamin B1, while lasagne has 0.07mg.
- English muffins are lower in saturated fat.
- English muffins have a higher glycemic index (77) than lasagne (28).
We used English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough) and Lasagna with meat sauce, frozen, prepared types in this comparison.
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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 IronIron | +25.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +43.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +85% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +69.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +49.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +24.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -19.6% |
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 | +158.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +108.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +38.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +54.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +2400% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +183.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +725% |
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:
7.28 g
Fats:
4.92 g
Carbs:
15.36 g
Water:
70.87 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +199.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +52.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +173.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +68.3% |
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Protein
~7.28g
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
2.348 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.758 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.433 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -89% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +105.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +482.1% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 15.9µg | 29% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0.33µg | 12% |
| Carbs | 46g | 15.36g | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.181mg | 0.07mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.259g | 2.348g | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.193mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.074mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.122mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.85mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin K | 7µg | 6% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 17mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 41µg | 5% |
| Fats | 1.8g | 4.92g | 5% |
| Calories | 235kcal | 135kcal | 5% |
| Choline | 23.2mg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 52mg | 88mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 1.7g | 4% |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.09mg | 4% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.302g | 1.758g | 4% |
| Starch | 9.83g | 4% | |
| Sodium | 464mg | 373mg | 4% |
| Folate | 37µg | 24µg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 133mg | 115mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.888g | 0.433g | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 2.5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.446mg | 0.323mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.87mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 0.71mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 196mg | 2% |
| Protein | 7.7g | 7.28g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.04g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 13.66g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 1IU | 0% | |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 20mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.11g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 1.528mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.196g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0.085mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.242mg | 0.219mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.315mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.553mg | 0.578mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 0.486mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.139mg | 0.164mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.379mg | 0.329mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.353mg | 0.285mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.17mg | 0.183mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.026g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.322g | 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%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
30%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lasagne contains less Sodium (difference - 91mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lasagne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.11g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.089g)
Which food is cheaper?
English muffin is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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