Pecan vs. English muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between pecan and English muffins
- English muffins contain less manganese, copper, vitamin B1, zinc, fiber, magnesium, phosphorus, and iron than pecan.
- Pecan's daily need coverage for manganese is 180% higher.
- English muffins contain 24 times less saturated fat than pecan. Pecan contains 6.18g of saturated fat, while English muffins contain 0.259g.
- Pecan has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of pecan is 10, while the glycemic index of English muffins is 77.
The food types used in this comparison are Nuts, pecans 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +476.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +34.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +213% |
| Contains more IronIron | +184.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +830.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +547.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +108.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1160.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +1000% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +264.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +93.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +388.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +18.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +34.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +68.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.17 g
Fats:
71.97 g
Carbs:
13.86 g
Water:
3.52 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 ProteinProtein | +19.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3898.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +231.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1096% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +62.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.18 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
40.801 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
21.614 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 | +13410.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2334% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 4.5mg | 0.357mg | 180% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 21.614g | 0.888g | 138% |
| Copper | 1.2mg | 0.129mg | 119% |
| Fats | 71.97g | 1.8g | 108% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 40.801g | 0.302g | 101% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.66mg | 0.181mg | 40% |
| Zinc | 4.53mg | 0.7mg | 35% |
| Fiber | 9.6g | 2.7g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 6.18g | 0.259g | 27% |
| Magnesium | 121mg | 21mg | 24% |
| Calories | 691kcal | 235kcal | 23% |
| Iron | 2.53mg | 0.89mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 277mg | 133mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 464mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.21mg | 0.043mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 13.86g | 46g | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.4mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 410mg | 131mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.863mg | 0.446mg | 8% |
| Choline | 40.5mg | 7% | |
| Selenium | 3.8µg | 7% | |
| Folate | 22µg | 37µg | 4% |
| Protein | 9.17g | 7.7g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.154mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.167mg | 1.566mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.04µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.26g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.97g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.46g | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.093mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.306mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.336mg | 0.315mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.598mg | 0.553mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.287mg | 0.241mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.183mg | 0.139mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.426mg | 0.379mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.411mg | 0.353mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.262mg | 0.17mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 0% |
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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
31%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
149%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pecan contains less Sodium (difference - 464mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pecan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 67)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pecan is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pecan is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.97g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.921g)
Which food is cheaper?
English muffin is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)