Heart of palm vs. Muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between heart of palm and muffin?
- Heart of palm is richer in copper, vitamin B6, potassium, and zinc, yet muffin is richer in vitamin K, choline, and selenium.
- Heart of palm's daily need coverage for copper is 65% higher.
- Heart of palm has 20 times more vitamin B6 than muffin. Heart of palm has 0.81mg of vitamin B6, while muffin has 0.04mg.
- Heart of palm contains less sodium.
- Heart of palm has a lower glycemic index than muffin.
We used Hearts of palm, raw and Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins) 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 PotassiumPotassium | +1392.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +30% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +973.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +908.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +144.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1071.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +788.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1925% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +226% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +236% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +57.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.7 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
25.61 g
Water:
69.5 g
Other:
1.99 g
Protein:
4.49 g
Fats:
16.07 g
Carbs:
53 g
Water:
24.96 g
Other:
1.48 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +178.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +34.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +66.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7935% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +107% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.046 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.005 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.089 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.844 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.822 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.103 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +96340% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +9004.5% |
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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| Copper | 0.644mg | 0.06mg | 65% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.81mg | 0.04mg | 59% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.089g | 8.103g | 53% |
| Potassium | 1806mg | 121mg | 50% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 39.2µg | 33% |
| Zinc | 3.73mg | 0.37mg | 31% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 16.07g | 24% |
| Manganese | 0.449mg | 20% | |
| Choline | 0mg | 92.5mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 336mg | 14% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 8.2µg | 14% |
| Calories | 115kcal | 375kcal | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 0.046g | 2.844g | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 4.822g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 30mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.168mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.47mg | 9% | |
| Carbs | 25.61g | 53g | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 0.5mg | 1.63mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 0.9mg | 8% |
| Starch | 16.31g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Folate | 24µg | 48µg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.69mg | 1.3mg | 5% |
| Protein | 2.7g | 4.49g | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.9mg | 1.418mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 44mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 21µg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 1.1g | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.21g | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 140mg | 146mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.163mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 24.11g | 51.9g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 10mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 17.16g | 31.47g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.2g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.181mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.224mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.421mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.199mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.115mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.257mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.128mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.022g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.048g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.911g | 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
24%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
62%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Muffin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Heart of palm is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Heart of palm is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.31g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Heart of palm contains less Sodium (difference - 322mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Heart of palm is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.798g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Heart of palm is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.