Mandarin orange vs. Muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between mandarin oranges and muffin
- Mandarin oranges have more vitamin C and vitamin A; however, muffin has more vitamin K, phosphorus, manganese, choline, selenium, and iron.
- Muffin's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 33% more.
- Mandarin oranges have 30 times more vitamin C than muffin. Mandarin oranges have 26.7mg of vitamin C, while muffin has 0.9mg.
- Mandarin oranges are lower in saturated fat.
- Muffin has a higher glycemic index than mandarin oranges.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Tangerines, (mandarin oranges), raw and Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins).
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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 | +20% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +37.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +18.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +766.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +42.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +428.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +630% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1051.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +8100% |
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 | +2866.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +61.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +95% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +715% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +189.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +352.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +277.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +117.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +806.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.81 g
Fats:
0.31 g
Carbs:
13.34 g
Water:
85.17 g
Other:
0.37 g
Protein:
4.49 g
Fats:
16.07 g
Carbs:
53 g
Water:
24.96 g
Other:
1.48 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +241.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +454.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5083.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +297.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +300% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.039 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.06 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.065 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 | -98.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +7936.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12366.2% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
6.05 g
Glucose:
2.13 g
Fructose:
2.4 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
16.31 g
Sucrose:
28.01 g
Glucose:
1.23 g
Fructose:
1.21 g
Lactose:
0.54 g
Maltose:
0.47 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +73.2% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +98.3% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +363% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Galactose
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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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.065g | 8.103g | 54% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 39.2µg | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 26.7mg | 0.9mg | 29% |
| Fats | 0.31g | 16.07g | 24% |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 0.449mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 20mg | 146mg | 18% |
| Calories | 53kcal | 375kcal | 16% |
| Choline | 10.2mg | 92.5mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 0.1µg | 8.2µg | 15% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 336mg | 15% |
| Iron | 0.15mg | 1.3mg | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 0.039g | 2.844g | 13% |
| Carbs | 13.34g | 53g | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.06g | 4.822g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 30mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.036mg | 0.163mg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2mg | 1.63mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.058mg | 0.168mg | 9% |
| Folate | 16µg | 48µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Protein | 0.81g | 4.49g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.376mg | 1.418mg | 7% |
| Starch | 0g | 16.31g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.216mg | 0.47mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.07mg | 0.37mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.078mg | 0.04mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 1.1g | 3% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 2.4g | 1.21g | 1% |
| Potassium | 166mg | 121mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 44mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 34µg | 21µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 11.54g | 51.9g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 10mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 10.58g | 31.47g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.2g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.002mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.016mg | 0.181mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.017mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.028mg | 0.421mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.032mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.002mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.018mg | 0.277mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.021mg | 0.257mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.011mg | 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
14%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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32%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Muffin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Muffin is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Muffin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mandarin orange is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mandarin orange is lower in Sugar (difference - 20.89g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mandarin orange contains less Sodium (difference - 334mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mandarin orange is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.805g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mandarin orange is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)