English muffin vs. Taco — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between English muffins and taco
- English muffins have more vitamin B1, vitamin B2, and copper, while taco has more vitamin B12, zinc, and phosphorus.
- Taco's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 37% higher.
- Taco contains 4 times less vitamin B1 than English muffins. English muffins contain 0.181mg of vitamin B1, while taco contains 0.05mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in English muffins is lower.
- Taco has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of taco is 39, while the glycemic index of English muffins is 77.
The food types used in this comparison are English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough) and Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell.
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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 CopperCopper | +67.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +43.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +52.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +71.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +59.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +33.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +150% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +33.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.4% |
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 | +262% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +156.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +94.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +109.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2225% |
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:
8.86 g
Fats:
12.7 g
Carbs:
19.85 g
Water:
57.02 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +131.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +52.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +605.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +35.4% |
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
4.384 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.411 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.042 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1360.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +242.6% |
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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| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0.93µg | 37% |
| Saturated fat | 0.259g | 4.384g | 19% |
| Fats | 1.8g | 12.7g | 17% |
| Selenium | 9.2µg | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.888g | 3.042g | 14% |
| Vitamin K | 15.3µg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.181mg | 0.05mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 1.75mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.302g | 4.411g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.446mg | 9% | |
| Carbs | 46g | 19.85g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 28mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.06mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 133mg | 178mg | 6% |
| Choline | 32mg | 6% | |
| Starch | 14.78g | 6% | |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.077mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.7g | 3.9g | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.249mg | 5% |
| Folate | 37µg | 19µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.89mg | 1.19mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 89mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.09mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 464mg | 397mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 32mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 20µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 209mg | 2% |
| Protein | 7.7g | 8.86g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 1.65mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
| Calories | 235kcal | 226kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 15.95g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.9g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.467g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.242mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.315mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.553mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.139mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.379mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.353mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.17mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.708g | 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 contains less Sodium?
Taco contains less Sodium (difference - 67mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.9g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.125g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)