Turkey meat vs. English muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between turkey meat and English muffins
- Turkey meat is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B1,2, zinc, and phosphorus, yet English muffins are higher in manganese, vitamin B1, and fiber.
- Turkey meat covers your daily vitamin B3 needs 50% more than English muffins.
- The glycemic index of turkey meat is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted 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 | +42.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +82.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +22.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +254.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +67.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -77.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +271.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +38.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2450% |
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 | +82.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +511.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +112.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1332.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2450% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +302.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +311.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.55 g
Fats:
7.39 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
63.52 g
Other:
0.48 g
Protein:
7.7 g
Fats:
1.8 g
Carbs:
46 g
Water:
42.1 g
Other:
2.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +270.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +310.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +50.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +76566.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +400% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.155 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.647 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.119 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 | +776.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +138.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 29.8µg | 54% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 9.573mg | 1.566mg | 50% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.616mg | 0.043mg | 44% |
| Protein | 28.55g | 7.7g | 42% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.02µg | 0.04µg | 41% |
| Cholesterol | 109mg | 0mg | 36% |
| Zinc | 2.48mg | 0.7mg | 16% |
| Choline | 87.4mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 103mg | 464mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 0.06g | 46g | 15% |
| Manganese | 0.014mg | 0.357mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 223mg | 133mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.045mg | 0.181mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.7g | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.948mg | 0.446mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.281mg | 0.154mg | 10% |
| Fats | 7.39g | 1.8g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.155g | 0.259g | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.119g | 0.888g | 8% |
| Folate | 9µg | 37µg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.647g | 0.302g | 6% |
| Copper | 0.093mg | 0.129mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 52mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.09mg | 0.89mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 239mg | 131mg | 3% |
| Calories | 189kcal | 235kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 30mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.06g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.101g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.291mg | 0.092mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.004mg | 0.242mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.796mg | 0.315mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.925mg | 0.553mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.282mg | 0.241mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.724mg | 0.139mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.903mg | 0.379mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.902mg | 0.353mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.749mg | 0.17mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.008g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.841g | 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
50%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Turkey meat contains less Sodium (difference - 361mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 77)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
English muffin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 109mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
English muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
English muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.896g)
Which food is cheaper?
English muffin is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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