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Italian ice vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Italian ice and Mars

  • The amount of Iron, Calcium, and Fiber in Mars is higher than in Italian ice.
  • Mars covers your daily need of Saturated Fat 58% more than Italian ice.
  • The amount of Sodium in Italian ice is lower.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Frozen novelties, ice type, italian, restaurant-prepared and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies.

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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 Sodium -97.1%
Contains more Calcium +8900%
Contains more Iron +855.6%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 1% 4% 0% 0% 1% 1% 1% 4% 3% 1%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 27% 33% 0% 0% 0% 18% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains less Sodium -97.1%
Contains more Calcium +8900%
Contains more Iron +855.6%

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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Mars
Equal in Vitamin A - 167
Equal in Vitamin C - 0.5
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 11% 0% 0% 2% 2% 3% 14% 1% 1% 4% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 11% 0% 0% 2% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Equal in Vitamin A - 167
Equal in Vitamin C - 0.5

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +4982.4%
Contains more Protein +14166.7%
Contains more Fats +96500%
Contains more Carbs +436.3%
Contains more Other +4500%
14% 86%
Protein: 0.03 g
Fats: 0.02 g
Carbs: 13.5 g
Water: 86.4 g
Other: 0.05 g
4% 19% 72% 2% 2%
Protein: 4.28 g
Fats: 19.32 g
Carbs: 72.4 g
Water: 1.7 g
Other: 2.3 g
Contains more Water +4982.4%
Contains more Protein +14166.7%
Contains more Fats +96500%
Contains more Carbs +436.3%
Contains more Other +4500%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Italian ice Mars Opinion
Net carbs 13.5g 70.4g Mars
Protein 0.03g 4.28g Mars
Fats 0.02g 19.32g Mars
Carbs 13.5g 72.4g Mars
Calories 53kcal 475kcal Mars
Sugar 58.94g Italian ice
Fiber 0g 2g Mars
Calcium 1mg 90mg Mars
Iron 0.09mg 0.86mg Mars
Potassium 6mg Italian ice
Sodium 4mg 136mg Italian ice
Zinc 0.03mg Italian ice
Copper 0.01mg Italian ice
Manganese 0.02mg Italian ice
Selenium 0.1µg Italian ice
Vitamin A 167IU 167IU
Vitamin C 0.5mg 0.5mg
Vitamin B1 0.005mg Italian ice
Vitamin B2 0.01mg Italian ice
Vitamin B3 0.715mg Italian ice
Vitamin B5 0.005mg Italian ice
Vitamin B6 0.002mg Italian ice
Folate 5µg Italian ice
Cholesterol 0mg 12mg Italian ice
Trans Fat 0.131g Italian ice
Saturated Fat 0g 11.651g Italian ice

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Italian ice Mars
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
3%
Italian ice
1%
Mars
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
1%
Italian ice
8%
Mars

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Italian ice
Italian ice is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Italian ice
Italian ice contains less Sodium (difference - 132mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Italian ice
Italian ice is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Italian ice
Italian ice is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 11.651g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Italian ice
Italian ice is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is cheaper?
Italian ice
Italian ice is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Italian ice
Italian ice is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Italian ice
Italian ice is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Italian ice - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168812/nutrients
  2. Mars - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168814/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.