Muffin vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Muffin and Candy bar
- Muffin has more Vitamin K, while Candy bar has more Vitamin B6, Copper, Vitamin B3, Manganese, Zinc, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Vitamin E, and Fiber.
- Candy bar's daily need coverage for Vitamin B6 is 11766% higher.
The food types used in this comparison are Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins) and Candies, peanut bar.
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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 IronIron | +34% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +74.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1000% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +77.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +236.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1190% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +964.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +111% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -53.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +176.8% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +68% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +214.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +151.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +458.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +76.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +382400% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +56.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1460% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +245.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +109.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +21.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -39.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +246.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +31.4% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 375kcal | 522kcal |
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| Protein | 4.49g | 15.5g |
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| Fats | 16.07g | 33.7g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 51.9g | 43.3g |
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| Carbs | 53g | 47.4g |
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| Cholesterol | 30mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 4IU | 0IU |
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| Magnesium | 10mg | 110mg |
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| Calcium | 44mg | 78mg |
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| Potassium | 121mg | 407mg |
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| Iron | 1.3mg | 0.97mg |
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| Sugar | 31.47g | 42.22g |
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| Fiber | 1.1g | 4.1g |
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| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.774mg |
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| Zinc | 0.37mg | 3.94mg |
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| Starch | 16.31g |
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| Phosphorus | 146mg | 308mg |
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| Sodium | 336mg | 156mg |
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| Vitamin A | 73IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 21µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.63mg | 4.1mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.449mg | 1.243mg |
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| Selenium | 8.2µg | 4.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.168mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.163mg | 0.14mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.418mg | 7.922mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.47mg | 0.83mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 153mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 39.2µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 48µg | 75µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.2g |
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| Choline | 92.5mg | 29.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.844g | 4.678g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.822g | 16.721g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.103g | 10.65g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.066mg | 0.149mg |
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| Threonine | 0.181mg | 0.52mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.224mg | 0.534mg |
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| Leucine | 0.421mg | 0.986mg |
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| Lysine | 0.199mg | 0.545mg |
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| Methionine | 0.115mg | 0.185mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0.787mg |
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| Valine | 0.257mg | 0.638mg |
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| Histidine | 0.128mg | 0.385mg |
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| Fructose | 1.21g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.008g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.022g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.048g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.911g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Fats 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
30%
2748%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.75g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Muffin is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.834g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 180mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.