Ice cream sandwich vs. English muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between ice cream sandwich and English muffins?
- Ice cream sandwich is higher in copper and vitamin A; however, English muffins are richer in fiber, phosphorus, iron, and vitamin B1.
- English muffins' daily need coverage for sodium is 15% more.
- Ice cream sandwich has a lower glycemic index (61) than English muffins (77).
We used Ice cream sandwich and English muffins, plain, unenriched, without calcium propionate (includes sourdough) types 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +38.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +65.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +96.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -72.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +242.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +84.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +63.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +113.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +53.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.29 g
Fats:
8.57 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
48.9 g
Other:
1.1 g
Protein:
7.7 g
Fats:
1.8 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
42.1 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +376.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +16.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +79.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +23.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +118.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.661 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.272 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.259 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.302 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.888 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +781.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +155.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Sodium | 129mg | 464mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.254mg | 0.129mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.7g | 11% |
| Fats | 8.57g | 1.8g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 86µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.317g | 0.259g | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.272g | 0.888g | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 72mg | 133mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.26mg | 0.89mg | 8% |
| Protein | 4.29g | 7.7g | 7% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.661g | 0.302g | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.111mg | 0.181mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 3.1µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.209mg | 0.446mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 52mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 37.14g | 46g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.4mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Choline | 8mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.028mg | 0.043mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.146mg | 0.154mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.381mg | 0.357mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.6mg | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 1% | |
| Caffeine | 4mg | 1% | |
| Folate | 34µg | 37µg | 1% |
| Calories | 237kcal | 235kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 37.14g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Potassium | 115mg | 131mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 18.57g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 1.566mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.05µg | 0.04µg | 0% |
| 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% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ice cream sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 335mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ice cream sandwich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 21mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.57g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.058g)
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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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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