Scrambled egg vs. Egg McMUFFIN — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between scrambled egg and egg McMUFFIN
- Scrambled egg is higher in vitamin B2 and phosphorus, yet egg McMUFFIN is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B1, calcium, folate, and manganese.
- Scrambled egg covers your daily cholesterol needs 87% more than egg McMUFFIN.
- Scrambled egg contains 3 times more Cholesterol than egg McMUFFIN. While scrambled egg contains 426mg of Cholesterol, egg McMUFFIN contains only 165mg.
- The amount of cholesterol in egg McMUFFIN is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Fast foods, egg, scrambled and McDONALD'S, Egg McMUFFIN.
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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 | +12.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -69.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +42.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +236.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +25.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +446.5% |
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 | +175% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +62.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +41.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +31% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +227.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1377.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +172.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.84 g
Fats:
16.18 g
Carbs:
2.08 g
Water:
66.7 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
13.64 g
Fats:
9.66 g
Carbs:
21.67 g
Water:
52.58 g
Other:
2.45 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +67.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +941.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +104.2% |
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Protein
~13.64g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.153 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
5.889 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.969 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.592 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.735 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +116.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +13.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -41.6% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 212kcal | 228kcal |
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| Protein | 13.84g | 13.64g |
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| Fats | 16.18g | 9.66g |
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| Vitamin C | 3.3mg | 1.2mg |
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| Net carbs | 2.08g | 20.57g |
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| Carbs | 2.08g | 21.67g |
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| Cholesterol | 426mg | 165mg |
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| Vitamin D | 46IU |
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| Magnesium | 14mg | 20mg |
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| Calcium | 57mg | 192mg |
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| Potassium | 147mg | 173mg |
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| Iron | 2.59mg | 2.3mg |
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| Sugar | 1.64g | 2.13g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 1.1g |
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| Copper | 0.067mg | 0.084mg |
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| Zinc | 1.66mg | 1.29mg |
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| Phosphorus | 242mg | 200mg |
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| Sodium | 187mg | 617mg |
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| Vitamin A | 679IU |
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| Vitamin A | 176µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.96mg | 0.59mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.043mg | 0.235mg |
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| Selenium | 22.5µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.08mg | 0.262mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.52mg | 0.368mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.21mg | 3.102mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.94mg | 0.836mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.19mg | 0.145mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.01µg |
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| Vitamin K | 9µg |
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| Folate | 29µg | 79µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.109g |
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| Choline | 180.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 6.153g | 3.592g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.889g | 2.721g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.969g | 1.735g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.212mg |
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| Threonine | 0.657mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.836mg |
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| Leucine | 1.185mg |
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| Lysine | 0.913mg |
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| Methionine | 0.427mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.75mg |
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| Valine | 0.96mg |
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| Histidine | 0.325mg |
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| Fructose | 0.43g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.021g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.114g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.012g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.416g |
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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
47%
28%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Scrambled egg is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.49g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Scrambled egg contains less Sodium (difference - 430mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Scrambled egg is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Egg McMUFFIN is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 261mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Egg McMUFFIN is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.561g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Egg McMUFFIN is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
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.