Potato pancake vs. Muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between potato pancake and muffin?
- Potato pancake is richer in vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium, copper, and fiber, yet muffin is richer in vitamin K, vitamin E, and manganese.
- Potato pancake's daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 31% higher.
- Potato pancake has 31 times more vitamin C than muffin. Potato pancake has 27.6mg of vitamin C, while muffin has 0.9mg.
- Muffin contains less cholesterol.
We used Potato pancakes and Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins) types in this comparison.
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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 | +260% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +414% |
| Contains more IronIron | +28.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +200% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +89.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +37.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +14.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -56% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +72.7% |
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 | +2966.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +52.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +17.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +61.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1020% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +81.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +608.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1351.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +17.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +24.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.08 g
Fats:
14.76 g
Carbs:
27.81 g
Water:
47.77 g
Other:
3.58 g
Protein:
4.49 g
Fats:
16.07 g
Carbs:
53 g
Water:
24.96 g
Other:
1.48 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +35.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +91.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +141.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +90.6% |
~equal in
Fats
~16.07g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.496 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.73 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.516 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.844 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.822 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.103 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -12.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +29.3% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~8.103g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
20.88 g
Sucrose:
0.39 g
Glucose:
0.76 g
Fructose:
0.56 g
Lactose:
0.03 g
Maltose:
0.03 g
Galactose:
0.03 g
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
| Contains more StarchStarch | +28% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +7082.1% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +61.8% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +116.1% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +1700% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +1466.7% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.448mg | 0.04mg | 31% |
| Vitamin K | 2.7µg | 39.2µg | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 27.6mg | 0.9mg | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 30mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 764mg | 336mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 622mg | 121mg | 15% |
| Copper | 0.18mg | 0.06mg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 1.63mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.3g | 1.1g | 9% |
| Carbs | 27.81g | 53g | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.26mg | 0.449mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.757mg | 0.47mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 36mg | 10mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.29µg | 0.16µg | 5% |
| Calories | 268kcal | 375kcal | 5% |
| Iron | 1.67mg | 1.3mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.516g | 8.103g | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.7mg | 0.37mg | 3% |
| Choline | 74.2mg | 92.5mg | 3% |
| Protein | 6.08g | 4.49g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.73g | 4.822g | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 128mg | 146mg | 3% |
| Fats | 14.76g | 16.07g | 2% |
| Starch | 20.88g | 16.31g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 2.496g | 2.844g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.672mg | 1.418mg | 2% |
| Folate | 41µg | 48µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.56g | 1.21g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.3µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 11IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 32µg | 21µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.173mg | 0.163mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.158mg | 0.168mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 8.9µg | 8.2µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 44mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 24.51g | 51.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.79g | 31.47g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.087mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.24mg | 0.181mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.28mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.442mg | 0.421mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.389mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.137mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.3mg | 0.277mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.369mg | 0.257mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.141mg | 0.128mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.008g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.022g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.048g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.007g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.911g | N/A |
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
37%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato pancake is lower in Sugar (difference - 29.68g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato pancake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.348g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Potato pancake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 59)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato pancake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 65mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 428mg)
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.