Muffin vs. Cheeseburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between muffin and cheeseburgers
- Muffin has more vitamin K and choline; however, cheeseburgers are higher in vitamin B12, vitamin B3, selenium, zinc, iron, vitamin B2, and vitamin B6.
- Muffin covers your daily need for vitamin K, 29% more than cheeseburgers.
- Muffin has 3 times more choline than cheeseburgers. While muffin has 92.5mg of choline, cheeseburgers have only 28.9mg.
- Muffin has less saturated fat.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins) and Fast foods, cheeseburger; single, regular patty; plain.
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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 | -34.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +42.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +160% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +170.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +62% |
| Contains more IronIron | +108.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +85% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +573% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +10.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +139% |
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 EVitamin E | +213.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +833.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +220.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +138.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +74.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +122.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +267.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +16% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +470% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +375% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +45.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.49 g
Fats:
16.07 g
Carbs:
53 g
Water:
24.96 g
Other:
1.48 g
Protein:
16.51 g
Fats:
14.72 g
Carbs:
28.03 g
Water:
38.63 g
Other:
2.11 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +89.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +267.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +54.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +42.6% |
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Fats
~14.72g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.844 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.822 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.103 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.473 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.413 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.658 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -56.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +388.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +12.3% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
Starch:
19.87 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.76 g
Fructose:
1.94 g
Lactose:
0.72 g
Maltose:
0.46 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +21.8% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +43.1% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +60.3% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +33.3% |
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Maltose
~0.46g
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Galactose
~0g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.103g | 1.658g | 43% |
| Vitamin K | 39.2µg | 4.2µg | 29% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.76µg | 25% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.418mg | 5.217mg | 24% |
| Protein | 4.49g | 16.51g | 24% |
| Selenium | 8.2µg | 19.6µg | 21% |
| Zinc | 0.37mg | 2.49mg | 19% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 2.71mg | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 2.844g | 6.473g | 16% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.163mg | 0.363mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.228mg | 14% |
| Choline | 92.5mg | 28.9mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.168mg | 0.293mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 53g | 28.03g | 8% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 119mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 336mg | 515mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.63mg | 0.52mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.111mg | 6% |
| Folate | 48µg | 70µg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.449mg | 0.316mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 26mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 2g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 43mg | 4% |
| Calories | 375kcal | 308kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 21µg | 50µg | 3% |
| Fats | 16.07g | 14.72g | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 146mg | 161mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.47mg | 0.545mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 121mg | 196mg | 2% |
| Starch | 16.31g | 19.87g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.21g | 1.94g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.822g | 5.413g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 51.9g | 26.03g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 2IU | 0% |
| Sugar | 31.47g | 4.88g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 0.1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | 0.57g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.066mg | 0.155mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.181mg | 0.571mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.224mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.421mg | 1.316mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.199mg | 0.784mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.115mg | 0.377mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0.755mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.257mg | 0.881mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.128mg | 0.445mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.008g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.022g | 0.125g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0.01g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.048g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | 0.015g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.911g | 1.322g | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 179mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.629g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Muffin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cheeseburger is lower in Sugar (difference - 26.59g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cheeseburger is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)