Muffin vs. English muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Muffin and English muffin
- Muffin has more Iron, Monounsaturated Fat, and Polyunsaturated fat, however, English muffin is higher in Copper, and Fiber.
- Muffin covers your daily need of Saturated Fat 13% more than English muffin.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins) 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 IronIron | +46.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -27.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +25.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +110% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +18.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +115% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +89.2% |
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 | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +29.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +10.4% |
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:
7.7 g
Fats:
1.8 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
42.1 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +792.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +71.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +68.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +62.2% |
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
0.259 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.302 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.888 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1496.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +812.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -90.9% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 375kcal | 235kcal |
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| Protein | 4.49g | 7.7g |
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| Fats | 16.07g | 1.8g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 0.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 51.9g | 43.3g |
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| Carbs | 53g | 46g |
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| Cholesterol | 30mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin D | 4IU |
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| Magnesium | 10mg | 21mg |
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| Calcium | 44mg | 52mg |
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| Potassium | 121mg | 131mg |
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| Iron | 1.3mg | 0.89mg |
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| Sugar | 31.47g |
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| Fiber | 1.1g | 2.7g |
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| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.129mg |
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| Zinc | 0.37mg | 0.7mg |
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| Starch | 16.31g |
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| Phosphorus | 146mg | 133mg |
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| Sodium | 336mg | 464mg |
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| Vitamin A | 73IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 21µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.63mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.449mg | 0.357mg |
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| Selenium | 8.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.168mg | 0.181mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.163mg | 0.154mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.418mg | 1.566mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.47mg | 0.446mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 0.043mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0.04µg |
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| Vitamin K | 39.2µg |
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| Folate | 48µg | 37µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.2g |
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| Choline | 92.5mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.844g | 0.259g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.822g | 0.302g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.103g | 0.888g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.066mg | 0.092mg |
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| Threonine | 0.181mg | 0.242mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.224mg | 0.315mg |
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| Leucine | 0.421mg | 0.553mg |
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| Lysine | 0.199mg | 0.241mg |
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| Methionine | 0.115mg | 0.139mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0.379mg |
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| Valine | 0.257mg | 0.353mg |
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| Histidine | 0.128mg | 0.17mg |
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| Fructose | 1.21g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.008g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.022g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g |
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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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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%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 128mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Muffin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Muffin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 31.47g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.585g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.