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Baby ruth vs. Almond joy — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Baby ruth and Almond joy?

  • Baby ruth is richer in Polyunsaturated fat, yet Almond joy is richer in Fiber, and Iron.
  • Almond joy's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 27% higher.
  • Baby ruth has 2 times more Polyunsaturated fat than Almond joy. Baby ruth has 2.638g of Polyunsaturated fat, while Almond joy has 1.18g.
  • Almond joy contains less Sugar.

We used Candies, NESTLE, BABY RUTH Bar and Candies, ALMOND JOY Candy Bar types in this comparison.

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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 Calcium +36.2%
Contains more Iron +101.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +19.1%
Contains less Sodium -38.3%
Equal in Potassium - 254
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 15% 24% 31% 41% 22% 30% 20% 75% 46% 14%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 20% 48% 0% 48% 23% 19% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Calcium +36.2%
Contains more Iron +101.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +19.1%
Contains less Sodium -38.3%
Equal in Potassium - 254

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 19% 0% 0% 15% 28% 24% 20% 10% 9% 8% 6%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 3% 0% 0% 3% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +30.8%
Contains more Fats +24.7%
Contains more Water +17.3%
Equal in Carbs - 59.51
Equal in Other - 1.23
5% 22% 65% 7%
Protein: 5.4 g
Fats: 21.6 g
Carbs: 64.8 g
Water: 6.99 g
Other: 1.21 g
4% 27% 60% 8%
Protein: 4.13 g
Fats: 26.93 g
Carbs: 59.51 g
Water: 8.2 g
Other: 1.23 g
Contains more Protein +30.8%
Contains more Fats +24.7%
Contains more Water +17.3%
Equal in Carbs - 59.51
Equal in Other - 1.23

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -31.2%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +123.6%
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 5.26
60% 27% 13%
Saturated Fat: 12.1 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5.557 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.638 g
73% 22% 5%
Saturated Fat: 17.59 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5.26 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.18 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -31.2%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +123.6%
Equal in Monounsaturated Fat - 5.26

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Baby ruth Almond joy
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index Equal
Lower in price Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Baby ruth Almond joy Opinion
Net carbs 62.8g 54.51g Baby ruth
Protein 5.4g 4.13g Baby ruth
Fats 21.6g 26.93g Almond joy
Carbs 64.8g 59.51g Baby ruth
Calories 459kcal 479kcal Almond joy
Sugar 54g 48.34g Almond joy
Fiber 2g 5g Almond joy
Calcium 47mg 64mg Almond joy
Iron 0.63mg 1.27mg Almond joy
Magnesium 43mg Baby ruth
Phosphorus 94mg 112mg Almond joy
Potassium 249mg 254mg Almond joy
Sodium 230mg 142mg Almond joy
Zinc 0.72mg Baby ruth
Copper 0.225mg Baby ruth
Manganese 0.351mg Baby ruth
Selenium 2.5µg Baby ruth
Vitamin A 0IU 42IU Almond joy
Vitamin E 0.93mg Baby ruth
Vitamin C 0mg 0.7mg Almond joy
Vitamin B1 0.058mg Baby ruth
Vitamin B2 0.121mg Baby ruth
Vitamin B3 1.251mg Baby ruth
Vitamin B5 0.333mg Baby ruth
Vitamin B6 0.042mg Baby ruth
Folate 12µg Baby ruth
Vitamin B12 0.06µg Baby ruth
Vitamin K 2.3µg Baby ruth
Cholesterol 0mg 4mg Baby ruth
Trans Fat 0.05g Almond joy
Saturated Fat 12.1g 17.59g Baby ruth
Monounsaturated Fat 5.557g 5.26g Baby ruth
Polyunsaturated fat 2.638g 1.18g Baby ruth

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Baby ruth Almond joy
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet Equal

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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
11%
Baby ruth
0%
Almond joy
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
31%
Baby ruth
16%
Almond joy

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Baby ruth
Baby ruth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Baby ruth
Baby ruth is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 5.49g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Baby ruth
Baby ruth is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Almond joy
Almond joy is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.66g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almond joy
Almond joy contains less Sodium (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Baby ruth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167582/nutrients
  2. Almond joy - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167562/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.