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Macaroon vs. Twix — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are Macaroon and Twix different?

  • Macaroon is higher in Fiber, Copper, and Vitamin B6, however, Twix is richer in Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, Calcium, Folate, and Vitamin B3.
  • Daily need coverage for Fiber from Macaroon is 16% higher.
  • Macaroon contains 4 times more Vitamin B6 than Twix. While Macaroon contains 0.096mg of Vitamin B6, Twix contains only 0.025mg.
  • Twix has less Saturated Fat.

Cookies, coconut macaroon and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, TWIX Caramel Cookie Bars are the varieties used in this article.

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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.
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Twix
Contains more Copper +36.5%
Contains more Selenium +58.1%
Contains more Calcium +2020%
Contains more Phosphorus +54.4%
Contains more Potassium +51.2%
Contains less Sodium -17.8%
Contains more Zinc +45.2%
Equal in Iron - 0.81
Equal in Magnesium - 27
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 2% 31% 21% 30% 11% 32% 20% 90% 0% 38%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 32% 31% 20% 45% 17% 26% 29% 66% 36% 24%
Contains more Copper +36.5%
Contains more Selenium +58.1%
Contains more Calcium +2020%
Contains more Phosphorus +54.4%
Contains more Potassium +51.2%
Contains less Sodium -17.8%
Contains more Zinc +45.2%
Equal in Iron - 0.81
Equal in Magnesium - 27

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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Twix
Contains more Vitamin B6 +284%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin E +289.5%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +675%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +246.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +404.1%
Contains more Folate +766.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin K +409.1%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 4% 0% 0% 5% 14% 5% 0% 23% 3% 0% 3%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 5% 15% 0% 2% 39% 48% 21% 16% 6% 20% 42% 14%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +284%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin E +289.5%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +675%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +246.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +404.1%
Contains more Folate +766.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin K +409.1%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Twix
Contains more Water +171.9%
Contains more Other +41.3%
Contains more Protein +62.6%
Contains more Fats +10.2%
Equal in Carbs - 64.8
3% 23% 61% 12% 2%
Protein: 3.02 g
Fats: 22.55 g
Carbs: 61.22 g
Water: 11.5 g
Other: 1.71 g
5% 25% 65% 4%
Protein: 4.91 g
Fats: 24.85 g
Carbs: 64.8 g
Water: 4.23 g
Other: 1.21 g
Contains more Water +171.9%
Contains more Other +41.3%
Contains more Protein +62.6%
Contains more Fats +10.2%
Equal in Carbs - 64.8

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Twix
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +29%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +85.6%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 18.96
89% 7% 4%
Saturated Fat: 20.099 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.81 g
84% 13% 3%
Saturated Fat: 18.96 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2.988 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.628 g
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +29%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +85.6%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 18.96

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Macaroon Twix Opinion
Net carbs 56.12g 63.7g Twix
Protein 3.02g 4.91g Twix
Fats 22.55g 24.85g Twix
Carbs 61.22g 64.8g Twix
Calories 460kcal 502kcal Twix
Sugar 45.16g 48.25g Macaroon
Fiber 5.1g 1.1g Macaroon
Calcium 5mg 106mg Twix
Iron 0.82mg 0.81mg Macaroon
Magnesium 29mg 27mg Macaroon
Phosphorus 68mg 105mg Twix
Potassium 123mg 186mg Twix
Sodium 241mg 198mg Twix
Zinc 0.73mg 1.06mg Twix
Copper 0.269mg 0.197mg Macaroon
Manganese 0.273mg Twix
Selenium 6.8µg 4.3µg Macaroon
Vitamin A 0IU 67IU Twix
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 20µg Twix
Vitamin E 0.19mg 0.74mg Twix
Vitamin C 0mg 0.6mg Twix
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.155mg Twix
Vitamin B2 0.06mg 0.208mg Twix
Vitamin B3 0.22mg 1.109mg Twix
Vitamin B5 0.265mg Twix
Vitamin B6 0.096mg 0.025mg Macaroon
Folate 3µg 26µg Twix
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.33µg Twix
Vitamin K 1.1µg 5.6µg Twix
Cholesterol 0mg 7mg Macaroon
Trans Fat 0.342g Macaroon
Saturated Fat 20.099g 18.96g Twix
Monounsaturated Fat 1.61g 2.988g Twix
Polyunsaturated fat 0.81g 0.628g Macaroon

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Macaroon Twix
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
4%
Macaroon
19%
Twix
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
Macaroon
32%
Twix

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Twix
Twix contains less Sodium (difference - 43mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Twix
Twix is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.139g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Twix
Twix is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.09g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
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. Macaroon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171847/nutrients
  2. Twix - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168768/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.