Asparagus vs. English muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between asparagus and English muffins
- Asparagus has more iron, vitamin A, copper, and vitamin C; however, English muffins are richer in phosphorus and manganese.
- English muffins cover your daily sodium needs 20% more than asparagus.
- Asparagus contains less sodium.
- English muffins have a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of English muffins is 77, while the glycemic index of asparagus is 32.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Asparagus, raw and English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough).
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +54.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +140.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +46.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +116.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +29.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +155.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +125.9% |
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 | +5500% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +111.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +40.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +26.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +60.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +62.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.2 g
Fats:
0.12 g
Carbs:
3.88 g
Water:
93.22 g
Other:
0.58 g
Protein:
7.7 g
Fats:
1.8 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
42.1 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +121.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +250% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1400% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1085.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +313.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.04 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.259 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.302 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.888 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -84.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1676% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 41.6µg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 2mg | 464mg | 20% |
| Iron | 2.14mg | 0.89mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 3.88g | 46g | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 133mg | 12% |
| Protein | 2.2g | 7.7g | 11% |
| Calories | 20kcal | 235kcal | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 0.357mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.13mg | 8% | |
| Copper | 0.189mg | 0.129mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.888g | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 0.1mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.091mg | 0.043mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.978mg | 1.566mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 2.3µg | 4% | |
| Folate | 52µg | 37µg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Choline | 16mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.181mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.274mg | 0.446mg | 3% |
| Fats | 0.12g | 1.8g | 3% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 52mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 202mg | 131mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 2.7g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.04µg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 0.259g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.302g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.154mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1g | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.78g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.88g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.084mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.075mg | 0.315mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.128mg | 0.553mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.104mg | 0.241mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.031mg | 0.139mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.075mg | 0.379mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.115mg | 0.353mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0.17mg | 0% |
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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
25%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.88g)
Which food is cheaper?
English muffin is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Asparagus contains less Sodium (difference - 462mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Asparagus is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.219g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Asparagus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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