Pop tarts vs. English muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between pop tarts and English muffins
- Pop tarts are higher in iron, vitamin B6, vitamin A, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, folate, and vitamin B1, yet English muffins are higher in vitamin B5 and phosphorus.
- Pop tarts cover your daily iron needs 33% more than English muffins.
- The amount of saturated fat in English muffins is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Toaster Pastries, KELLOGG, KELLOGG'S POP TARTS, Blueberry 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 | +293.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +16.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +81.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -14.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +31.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +116.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +37.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +51.1% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +60.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +114.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +142.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +783.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +116.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
13.3 g
Carbs:
68.41 g
Water:
12.5 g
Other:
1.19 g
Protein:
7.7 g
Fats:
1.8 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
42.1 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +638.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +48.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +67.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +236.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +101.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.02 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.5 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.81 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 | +2052.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +441.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.2% |
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 3.5mg | 0.89mg | 33% |
| Vitamin A | 289µg | 0µg | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.81g | 0.888g | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.38mg | 0.043mg | 26% |
| Fats | 13.3g | 1.8g | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.357mg | 16% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.5g | 0.302g | 15% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.8mg | 1.566mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.33mg | 0.154mg | 14% |
| Folate | 80µg | 37µg | 11% |
| Calories | 412kcal | 235kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.446mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.29mg | 0.181mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.02g | 0.259g | 8% |
| Carbs | 68.41g | 46g | 7% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 7.7g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 88mg | 133mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 2.7g | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.27mg | 0.7mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 398mg | 464mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 52mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.04µg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.15mg | 0.129mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 131mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 67.31g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 30.9g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.092mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.242mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.315mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.553mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.241mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.139mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.379mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.353mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.17mg | 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
36%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
33%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pop tarts contains less Sodium (difference - 66mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pop tarts is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 30.9g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.761g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
English muffin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.