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Mackerel vs. English muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are Mackerel and English muffin different?

  • Mackerel is higher in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, Phosphorus, Potassium, and Vitamin B3, however, English muffin is richer in Vitamin B1, and Fiber.
  • Daily need coverage for Vitamin B12 from Mackerel is 498% higher.

Fish, mackerel, salted and English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough) are the varieties 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 Calcium +26.9%
Contains more Iron +57.3%
Contains more Magnesium +185.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +91%
Contains more Potassium +296.9%
Contains more Zinc +57.1%
Contains less Sodium -89.6%
Contains more Copper +29%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 20% 53% 43% 109% 46% 581% 30% 34% 0% 401%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 16% 34% 15% 57% 12% 61% 20% 43% 47% 0%
Contains more Calcium +26.9%
Contains more Iron +57.3%
Contains more Magnesium +185.7%
Contains more Phosphorus +91%
Contains more Potassium +296.9%
Contains more Zinc +57.1%
Contains less Sodium -89.6%
Contains more Copper +29%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +23.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +110.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +853.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +29900%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +805%
Contains more Folate +146.7%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 10% 48% 756% 0% 5% 44% 62% 0% 95% 12% 1500% 20%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 1% 46% 36% 30% 27% 10% 28% 5% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +23.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +110.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +853.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +29900%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +805%
Contains more Folate +146.7%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +140.3%
Contains more Fats +1294.4%
Contains more Other +458.3%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Equal in Water - 42.1
19% 25% 43% 13%
Protein: 18.5 g
Fats: 25.1 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 43 g
Other: 13.4 g
8% 2% 46% 42% 2%
Protein: 7.7 g
Fats: 1.8 g
Carbs: 46 g
Water: 42.1 g
Other: 2.4 g
Contains more Protein +140.3%
Contains more Fats +1294.4%
Contains more Other +458.3%
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Equal in Water - 42.1

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +2655%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +599.3%
Contains less Saturated Fat -96.4%
33% 38% 29%
Saturated Fat: 7.148 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8.32 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 6.21 g
18% 21% 61%
Saturated Fat: 0.259 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.302 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.888 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +2655%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +599.3%
Contains less Saturated Fat -96.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Mackerel English muffin
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mackerel English muffin Opinion
Net carbs 0g 43.3g English muffin
Protein 18.5g 7.7g Mackerel
Fats 25.1g 1.8g Mackerel
Carbs 0g 46g English muffin
Calories 305kcal 235kcal Mackerel
Fiber 0g 2.7g English muffin
Calcium 66mg 52mg Mackerel
Iron 1.4mg 0.89mg Mackerel
Magnesium 60mg 21mg Mackerel
Phosphorus 254mg 133mg Mackerel
Potassium 520mg 131mg Mackerel
Sodium 4450mg 464mg English muffin
Zinc 1.1mg 0.7mg Mackerel
Copper 0.1mg 0.129mg English muffin
Manganese 0.357mg English muffin
Selenium 73.4µg Mackerel
Vitamin A 157IU 0IU Mackerel
Vitamin A RAE 47µg 0µg Mackerel
Vitamin E 2.38mg Mackerel
Vitamin D 1006IU Mackerel
Vitamin D 25.2µg Mackerel
Vitamin C 0mg 0.1mg English muffin
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.181mg English muffin
Vitamin B2 0.19mg 0.154mg Mackerel
Vitamin B3 3.3mg 1.566mg Mackerel
Vitamin B5 0.446mg English muffin
Vitamin B6 0.41mg 0.043mg Mackerel
Folate 15µg 37µg English muffin
Vitamin B12 12µg 0.04µg Mackerel
Vitamin K 7.8µg Mackerel
Tryptophan 0.092mg English muffin
Threonine 0.242mg English muffin
Isoleucine 0.315mg English muffin
Leucine 0.553mg English muffin
Lysine 0.241mg English muffin
Methionine 0.139mg English muffin
Phenylalanine 0.379mg English muffin
Valine 0.353mg English muffin
Histidine 0.17mg English muffin
Cholesterol 95mg 0mg English muffin
Saturated Fat 7.148g 0.259g English muffin
Omega-3 - DHA 2.965g Mackerel
Omega-3 - EPA 1.619g Mackerel
Omega-3 - DPA 0.391g Mackerel
Monounsaturated Fat 8.32g 0.302g Mackerel
Polyunsaturated fat 6.21g 0.888g Mackerel

Which food is preferable for your diet?

ok
ok
is better in case of low diet
Mackerel English muffin
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
212%
Mackerel
15%
English muffin
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
Mackerel
30%
English muffin

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 77)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
English muffin
English muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 3986mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
English muffin
English muffin is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.889g)
Which food is cheaper?
English muffin
English muffin is cheaper (difference - $7)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Mackerel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168149/nutrients
  2. English muffin - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173238/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.