Smoothie vs. Muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between smoothie and muffin
- Smoothie has more vitamin C and vitamin A, while muffin has more iron.
- Smoothie's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 26% higher.
- Muffin contains 6 times less vitamin A than smoothie. Smoothie contains 408IU of vitamin A, while muffin contains 73IU.
- The amount of sugar in smoothie is lower.
- Smoothie has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of smoothie is 44, while the glycemic index of muffin is 59.
The food types used in this comparison are Beverages, V8 SPLASH Smoothies, Strawberry Banana and Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins).
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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 less SodiumSodium | -91.4% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +404.2% |
Contains more IronIron | +766.7% |
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 | +2622.2% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +105% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +50% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +73.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more WaterWater | +261.7% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +268% |
Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +549.5% |
Contains more OtherOther | +335.3% |
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 Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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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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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in price | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Polyunsaturated fat | 8.103g | 54% | |
Vitamin K | 39.2µg | 33% | |
Vitamin C | 24.5mg | 0.9mg | 26% |
Fats | 0g | 16.07g | 25% |
Phosphorus | 146mg | 21% | |
Manganese | 0.449mg | 20% | |
Calories | 37kcal | 375kcal | 17% |
Choline | 92.5mg | 17% | |
Selenium | 8.2µg | 15% | |
Carbs | 8.16g | 53g | 15% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.168mg | 14% | |
Iron | 0.15mg | 1.3mg | 14% |
Saturated fat | 0g | 2.844g | 13% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.163mg | 13% | |
Sodium | 29mg | 336mg | 13% |
Folate | 48µg | 12% | |
Monounsaturated fat | 4.822g | 12% | |
Vitamin E | 1.63mg | 11% | |
Cholesterol | 0mg | 30mg | 10% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.47mg | 9% | |
Starch | 16.31g | 7% | |
Copper | 0.06mg | 7% | |
Protein | 1.22g | 4.49g | 7% |
Fiber | 0g | 1.1g | 4% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.816mg | 1.418mg | 4% |
Vitamin B12 | 0.24µg | 0.16µg | 3% |
Potassium | 24mg | 121mg | 3% |
Zinc | 0.37mg | 3% | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.082mg | 0.04mg | 3% |
Magnesium | 10mg | 2% | |
Vitamin A | 21µg | 2% | |
Fructose | 1.21g | 2% | |
Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
Net carbs | 8.16g | 51.9g | N/A |
Calcium | 41mg | 44mg | 0% |
Sugar | 7.35g | 31.47g | N/A |
Trans fat | 0g | 0.2g | N/A |
Tryptophan | 0.066mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.181mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.224mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.421mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.199mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.115mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.277mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.257mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.128mg | 0% | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.008g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 1.022g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DPA | 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 | 0.007g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.911g | N/A |
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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
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30%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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32%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Smoothie is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Smoothie is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.12g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Smoothie contains less Sodium (difference - 307mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Smoothie is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.844g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Smoothie is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Muffin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Muffin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)