Minestrone vs. Muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between minestrone and muffin
- Minestrone has more vitamin A; however, muffin has more phosphorus, manganese, vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B2, folate, and vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin A for minestrone is 18% higher.
- Minestrone is lower in saturated fat.
- Muffin has a higher glycemic index than minestrone.
Food types used in this article are Soup, minestrone, canned, prepared with equal volume water 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 less SodiumSodium | -24.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +233.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +214.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +242.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +17.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +19.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +534.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +195.4% |
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 AVitamin A | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +80% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +663.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +805.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +262.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +235.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +220% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.77 g
Fats:
1.04 g
Carbs:
4.66 g
Water:
91.33 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
4.49 g
Fats:
16.07 g
Carbs:
53 g
Water:
24.96 g
Other:
1.48 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +265.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +153.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1445.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1037.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +23.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.23 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.29 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.46 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 | -91.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1562.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1661.5% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.46g | 8.103g | 51% |
| Vitamin K | 39.2µg | 33% | |
| Fats | 1.04g | 16.07g | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 23mg | 146mg | 18% |
| Choline | 92.5mg | 17% | |
| Calories | 34kcal | 375kcal | 17% |
| Carbs | 4.66g | 53g | 16% |
| Selenium | 8.2µg | 15% | |
| Manganese | 0.152mg | 0.449mg | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 0.23g | 2.844g | 12% |
| Iron | 0.38mg | 1.3mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.022mg | 0.168mg | 12% |
| Vitamin E | 1.63mg | 11% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.29g | 4.822g | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.018mg | 0.163mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 30mg | 10% |
| Folate | 15µg | 48µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.14mg | 0.47mg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.31g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.391mg | 1.418mg | 6% |
| Protein | 1.77g | 4.49g | 5% |
| Sodium | 254mg | 336mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 49µg | 21µg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 1.1g | 3% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 44mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.21g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.31mg | 0.37mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.051mg | 0.06mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0.9mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 4.26g | 51.9g | N/A |
| Potassium | 130mg | 121mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 31.47g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.013mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.043mg | 0.181mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.098mg | 0.421mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.076mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.018mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.064mg | 0.277mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.074mg | 0.257mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.03mg | 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
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30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
12%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Muffin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Muffin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Minestrone is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 29mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Minestrone is lower in Sugar (difference - 31.47g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Minestrone contains less Sodium (difference - 82mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Minestrone is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.614g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Minestrone is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)