Provolone vs. English muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between provolone and English muffins
- Provolone is richer in calcium, vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin A, yet English muffins are richer in manganese and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for provolone is 84% higher.
- Provolone has a lower glycemic index than English muffins.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, provolone 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 | +33.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1353.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +361.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +272.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +71.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +396.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3470% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +108.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +69.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +3550% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +852.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +903.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +270% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
25.58 g
Fats:
26.62 g
Carbs:
2.14 g
Water:
40.95 g
Other:
4.71 g
Protein:
7.7 g
Fats:
1.8 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
42.1 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +232.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1378.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +96.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2049.5% |
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Water
~42.1g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.078 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.393 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.769 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 | +2348% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +15.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 17.078g | 0.259g | 76% |
| Calcium | 756mg | 52mg | 70% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.46µg | 0.04µg | 59% |
| Phosphorus | 496mg | 133mg | 52% |
| Fats | 26.62g | 1.8g | 38% |
| Protein | 25.58g | 7.7g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 236µg | 0µg | 26% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 26% | |
| Cholesterol | 69mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Zinc | 3.23mg | 0.7mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 876mg | 464mg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.393g | 0.302g | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.01mg | 0.357mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 2.14g | 46g | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.019mg | 0.181mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.321mg | 0.154mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.7g | 11% |
| Copper | 0.026mg | 0.129mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.156mg | 1.566mg | 9% |
| Folate | 10µg | 37µg | 7% |
| Calories | 351kcal | 235kcal | 6% |
| Iron | 0.52mg | 0.89mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.5µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 20IU | 3% | |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.23mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.073mg | 0.043mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 28mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.769g | 0.888g | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.476mg | 0.446mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.14g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Potassium | 138mg | 131mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.56g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.345mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.982mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 1.091mg | 0.315mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 2.297mg | 0.553mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.646mg | 0.241mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.686mg | 0.139mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 1.287mg | 0.379mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.64mg | 0.353mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.115mg | 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
32%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
78%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Provolone is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Provolone is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Provolone is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 69mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.56g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
English muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 412mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.819g)
Which food is cheaper?
English muffin is cheaper (difference - $2.5)