Limburger vs. English muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Limburger and English muffins
- Limburger has more calcium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin A, and vitamin B5; however, English muffins are higher in manganese.
- Limburger covers your daily need for saturated fat, 82% more than English muffins.
- The glycemic index of English muffins is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cheese, limburger 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 CalciumCalcium | +855.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +200% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +195.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +584.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +514.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +839.5% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +226.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +163.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2500% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +56.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +126.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +891.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
20.05 g
Fats:
27.25 g
Carbs:
0.49 g
Water:
48.42 g
Other:
3.79 g
Protein:
7.7 g
Fats:
1.8 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
42.1 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +160.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1413.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +15% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +57.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +9287.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
16.746 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.606 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.495 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 | +2749.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +79.4% |
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 |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 16.746g | 0.259g | 75% |
| Calcium | 497mg | 52mg | 45% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.04µg | 0.04µg | 42% |
| Fats | 27.25g | 1.8g | 39% |
| Vitamin A | 340µg | 0µg | 38% |
| Phosphorus | 393mg | 133mg | 37% |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.503mg | 0.154mg | 27% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 26% | |
| Protein | 20.05g | 7.7g | 25% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.606g | 0.302g | 21% |
| Carbs | 0.49g | 46g | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.177mg | 0.446mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 800mg | 464mg | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.038mg | 0.357mg | 14% |
| Zinc | 2.1mg | 0.7mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.021mg | 0.129mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.7g | 11% |
| Iron | 0.13mg | 0.89mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.158mg | 1.566mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.181mg | 8% |
| Folate | 58µg | 37µg | 5% |
| Calories | 327kcal | 235kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.495g | 0.888g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.086mg | 0.043mg | 3% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.49g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 21mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 128mg | 131mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.49g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.289mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.739mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.219mg | 0.315mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.093mg | 0.553mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.675mg | 0.241mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.619mg | 0.139mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.116mg | 0.379mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.439mg | 0.353mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.578mg | 0.17mg | 0% |
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
42%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
60%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Limburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Limburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 90mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.49g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
English muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 336mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.487g)
Which food is cheaper?
English muffin is cheaper (difference - $3)
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.