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Reese's pieces vs. Almond joy — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Reese's pieces and Almond joy?

  • Reese's pieces are richer in Phosphorus, and Polyunsaturated fat, yet Almond joy is richer in Iron, Fiber, and Monounsaturated Fat.
  • Reese's pieces' daily need coverage for Phosphorus is 14% higher.
  • Reese's pieces have 2 times more Polyunsaturated fat than Almond joy. Reese's pieces have 1.88g of Polyunsaturated fat, while Almond joy has 1.18g.
  • Almond joy contains less Sugar.

We used Candies, REESE'S PIECES Candy 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 Phosphorus +84.8%
Contains more Potassium +41.3%
Contains more Iron +159.2%
Contains less Sodium -26.8%
Equal in Calcium - 64
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 21% 19% 63% 89% 32% 26% 32% 137% 144% 5%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 20% 48% 0% 48% 23% 19% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Phosphorus +84.8%
Contains more Potassium +41.3%
Contains more Iron +159.2%
Contains less Sodium -26.8%
Equal in Calcium - 64

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% 20% 0% 0% 45% 51% 114% 37% 26% 42% 14% 15%
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 +201.7%
Contains more Other +55.3%
Contains more Water +720%
Equal in Fats - 26.93
Equal in Carbs - 59.51
12% 25% 60% 2%
Protein: 12.46 g
Fats: 24.77 g
Carbs: 59.86 g
Water: 1 g
Other: 1.91 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 +201.7%
Contains more Other +55.3%
Contains more Water +720%
Equal in Fats - 26.93
Equal in Carbs - 59.51

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +59.3%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +17.9%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 17.59
72% 20% 8%
Saturated Fat: 16.42 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 4.46 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.88 g
73% 22% 5%
Saturated Fat: 17.59 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 5.26 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.18 g
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +59.3%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +17.9%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 17.59

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Reese's pieces Almond joy Opinion
Net carbs 56.86g 54.51g Reese's pieces
Protein 12.46g 4.13g Reese's pieces
Fats 24.77g 26.93g Almond joy
Carbs 59.86g 59.51g Reese's pieces
Calories 497kcal 479kcal Reese's pieces
Sugar 53.25g 48.34g Almond joy
Fiber 3g 5g Almond joy
Calcium 69mg 64mg Reese's pieces
Iron 0.49mg 1.27mg Almond joy
Magnesium 88mg Reese's pieces
Phosphorus 207mg 112mg Reese's pieces
Potassium 359mg 254mg Reese's pieces
Sodium 194mg 142mg Almond joy
Zinc 1.15mg Reese's pieces
Copper 0.41mg Reese's pieces
Manganese 1.1mg Reese's pieces
Selenium 0.8µg Reese's pieces
Vitamin A 0IU 42IU Almond joy
Vitamin E 0.99mg Reese's pieces
Vitamin C 0mg 0.7mg Almond joy
Vitamin B1 0.18mg Reese's pieces
Vitamin B2 0.22mg Reese's pieces
Vitamin B3 6.06mg Reese's pieces
Vitamin B5 0.61mg Reese's pieces
Vitamin B6 0.11mg Reese's pieces
Folate 55µg Reese's pieces
Vitamin B12 0.11µg Reese's pieces
Vitamin K 5.9µg Reese's pieces
Cholesterol 0mg 4mg Reese's pieces
Saturated Fat 16.42g 17.59g Reese's pieces
Monounsaturated Fat 4.46g 5.26g Almond joy
Polyunsaturated fat 1.88g 1.18g Reese's pieces

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Reese's pieces 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
30%
Reese's pieces
0%
Almond joy
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
Reese's pieces
16%
Almond joy

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.17g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Almond joy
Almond joy is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.91g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almond joy
Almond joy contains less Sodium (difference - 52mg)
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 ($)

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. Reese's pieces - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168764/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.