Tuna salad vs. Muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between tuna salad and muffin
- Tuna salad has more selenium, vitamin B12, vitamin B3, and copper; however, muffin has more manganese, vitamin B1, folate, and vitamin B2.
- Tuna salad's daily need coverage for selenium is 60% more.
- Tuna salad has 8 times more vitamin B12 than muffin. Tuna salad has 1.2µg of vitamin B12, while muffin has 0.16µg.
- Tuna salad is lower in saturated fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Fish, tuna salad 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 more MagnesiumMagnesium | +90% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +47.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +141.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +51.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +402.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +158.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +30% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -16.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1022.5% |
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 | +144.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +14.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +372.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +102.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +441.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +132.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +80.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +500% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.04 g
Fats:
9.26 g
Carbs:
9.41 g
Water:
63.16 g
Other:
2.13 g
Protein:
4.49 g
Fats:
16.07 g
Carbs:
53 g
Water:
24.96 g
Other:
1.48 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +257.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +153% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +43.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +73.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +463.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.544 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.887 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.122 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 | -45.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +67% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +96.6% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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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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| Selenium | 41.2µg | 8.2µg | 60% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2µg | 0.16µg | 43% |
| Vitamin K | 39.2µg | 33% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.7mg | 1.418mg | 33% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.122g | 8.103g | 27% |
| Protein | 16.04g | 4.49g | 23% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0.449mg | 18% |
| Choline | 92.5mg | 17% | |
| Carbs | 9.41g | 53g | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.168mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.63mg | 11% | |
| Fats | 9.26g | 16.07g | 10% |
| Folate | 8µg | 48µg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.06mg | 9% |
| Calories | 187kcal | 375kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.163mg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.31g | 7% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.544g | 2.844g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 30mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 146mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.887g | 4.822g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 0.47mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.1g | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 1.3mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 336mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.04mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 44mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 178mg | 121mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 0.37mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.21g | 2% | |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 4IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 9.41g | 51.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 31.47g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 21µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.701mg | 0.181mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.739mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.293mg | 0.421mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.457mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.626mg | 0.277mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.824mg | 0.257mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.467mg | 0.128mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.055g | 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
27%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tuna salad is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tuna salad is lower in Sugar (difference - 31.47g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tuna salad is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.3g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 59)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tuna salad is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Muffin contains less Sodium (difference - 66mg)
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.