English muffin vs. Tostada shells — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between English muffin and Tostada shells
- English muffin has more Vitamin B5, while Tostada shells has more Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1, Magnesium, Fiber, Phosphorus, and Iron.
- Tostada shells' daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 34% higher.
- Tostada shells contain 2 times less Vitamin B5 than English muffin. English muffin contains 0.446mg of Vitamin B5, while Tostada shells contain 0.191mg.
- The amount of Sodium in English muffin is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough) and Tostada shells, corn.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -29.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +261.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +46.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +80.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +71.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +75.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +52.6% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +63.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +133.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +95% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +744.2% |
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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:
6.15 g
Fats:
23.38 g
Carbs:
64.43 g
Water:
3.32 g
Other:
2.72 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +25.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1168.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1198.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13.3% |
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
7.011 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
7.217 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.285 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -96.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +2289.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +833% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 235kcal | 474kcal |
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| Protein | 7.7g | 6.15g |
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| Fats | 1.8g | 23.38g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 43.3g | 58.63g |
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| Carbs | 46g | 64.43g |
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| Magnesium | 21mg | 76mg |
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| Calcium | 52mg | 76mg |
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| Potassium | 131mg | 237mg |
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| Iron | 0.89mg | 1.53mg |
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| Fiber | 2.7g | 5.8g |
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| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.148mg |
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| Zinc | 0.7mg | 1.23mg |
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| Starch | 55.4g |
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| Phosphorus | 133mg | 203mg |
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| Sodium | 464mg | 657mg |
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| Manganese | 0.357mg | 0.363mg |
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| Selenium | 2.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.181mg | 0.353mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.154mg | 0.094mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 1.553mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.446mg | 0.191mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.363mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg |
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| Folate | 37µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.163g |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.259g | 7.011g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.302g | 7.217g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.888g | 8.285g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.092mg |
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| Threonine | 0.242mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.315mg |
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| Leucine | 0.553mg |
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| Lysine | 0.241mg |
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| Methionine | 0.139mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.379mg |
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| Valine | 0.353mg |
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| Histidine | 0.17mg |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.124g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g |
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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%
47%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tostada shells is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tostada shells is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tostada shells is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
English muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 193mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.752g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
English muffin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)