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Mars vs. Caramel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Mars and Caramel?

  • Caramel has less Iron, and Fiber than Mars.
  • Mars's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 46% higher.
  • Caramel contains less Saturated Fat.

We used Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Candies, caramels 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.
Mars
2
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Contains more Iron +514.3%
Contains less Sodium -44.5%
Contains more Calcium +53.3%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 27% 33% 0% 0% 0% 18% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 42% 6% 13% 49% 19% 32% 12% 6% 2% 10%
Contains more Iron +514.3%
Contains less Sodium -44.5%
Contains more Calcium +53.3%

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.
Mars
2
:
10
Caramel
Contains more Vitamin A +297.6%
Contains more Vitamin C +25%
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%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 3% 10% 0% 2% 26% 60% 3% 38% 13% 3% 38% 5%
Contains more Vitamin A +297.6%
Contains more Vitamin C +25%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Mars
2
:
Contains more Fats +138.5%
Contains more Other +27.8%
Contains more Water +400%
Equal in Protein - 4.6
Equal in Carbs - 77
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
5% 8% 77% 9% 2%
Protein: 4.6 g
Fats: 8.1 g
Carbs: 77 g
Water: 8.5 g
Other: 1.8 g
Contains more Fats +138.5%
Contains more Other +27.8%
Contains more Water +400%
Equal in Protein - 4.6
Equal in Carbs - 77

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Mars
0
:
Contains less Saturated Fat -78.7%
100%
Saturated Fat: 11.651 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0 g
33% 21% 46%
Saturated Fat: 2.476 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 3.478 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -78.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mars Caramel Opinion
Net carbs 70.4g 77g Caramel
Protein 4.28g 4.6g Caramel
Fats 19.32g 8.1g Mars
Carbs 72.4g 77g Caramel
Calories 475kcal 382kcal Mars
Sugar 58.94g 65.5g Mars
Fiber 2g 0g Mars
Calcium 90mg 138mg Caramel
Iron 0.86mg 0.14mg Mars
Magnesium 17mg Caramel
Phosphorus 114mg Caramel
Potassium 214mg Caramel
Sodium 136mg 245mg Mars
Zinc 0.44mg Caramel
Copper 0.018mg Caramel
Manganese 0.011mg Caramel
Selenium 1.8µg Caramel
Vitamin A 167IU 42IU Mars
Vitamin A RAE 12µg Caramel
Vitamin E 0.46mg Caramel
Vitamin C 0.5mg 0.4mg Mars
Vitamin B1 0.103mg Caramel
Vitamin B2 0.256mg Caramel
Vitamin B3 0.148mg Caramel
Vitamin B5 0.62mg Caramel
Vitamin B6 0.056mg Caramel
Folate 4µg Caramel
Vitamin B12 0.3µg Caramel
Vitamin K 1.8µg Caramel
Tryptophan 0.06mg Caramel
Threonine 0.192mg Caramel
Isoleucine 0.258mg Caramel
Leucine 0.417mg Caramel
Lysine 0.338mg Caramel
Methionine 0.107mg Caramel
Phenylalanine 0.205mg Caramel
Valine 0.285mg Caramel
Histidine 0.115mg Caramel
Cholesterol 12mg 7mg Caramel
Trans Fat 0.131g Caramel
Saturated Fat 11.651g 2.476g Caramel
Monounsaturated Fat 1.542g Caramel
Polyunsaturated fat 3.478g Caramel

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Mars Caramel
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
1%
Mars
16%
Caramel
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
Mars
19%
Caramel

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mars
Mars is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.56g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 109mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mars
Mars is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caramel
Caramel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Caramel
Caramel is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 9.175g)
Which food is cheaper?
Caramel
Caramel is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caramel
Caramel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Caramel
Caramel 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. Mars - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168814/nutrients
  2. Caramel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167974/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.