Twix vs. Almond joy — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Twix and Almond joy
- Twix has less Fiber, Iron, and Monounsaturated Fat.
- Almond joy covers your daily Fiber needs 16% more than Twix.
- Almond joy contains 2 times less Calcium than Twix. Twix contains 106mg of Calcium, while Almond joy contains 64mg.
- Almond joy has less Saturated Fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, TWIX Caramel Cookie Bars and Candies, ALMOND JOY Candy Bar.
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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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Calcium
+65.6%
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Iron
+56.8%
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Potassium
+36.6%
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Sodium
-28.3%
Equal in Phosphorus - 112
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Calcium
+65.6%
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Iron
+56.8%
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Potassium
+36.6%
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Sodium
-28.3%
Equal in Phosphorus - 112
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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Vitamin A
+59.5%
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Vitamin C
+16.7%
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Vitamin A
+59.5%
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Vitamin C
+16.7%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+18.9%
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Water
+93.9%
Equal in Fats - 26.93
Equal in Carbs - 59.51
Equal in Other - 1.23
Protein:
4.91 g
Fats:
24.85 g
Carbs:
64.8 g
Water:
4.23 g
Other:
1.21 g
Protein:
4.13 g
Fats:
26.93 g
Carbs:
59.51 g
Water:
8.2 g
Other:
1.23 g
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Protein
+18.9%
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Water
+93.9%
Equal in Fats - 26.93
Equal in Carbs - 59.51
Equal in Other - 1.23
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Monounsaturated Fat
+76%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+87.9%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 17.59
Saturated Fat:
18.96 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
2.988 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
0.628 g
Saturated Fat:
17.59 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
5.26 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
1.18 g
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Monounsaturated Fat
+76%
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Polyunsaturated fat
+87.9%
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.
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 63.7g | 54.51g |
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| Protein | 4.91g | 4.13g |
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| Fats | 24.85g | 26.93g |
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| Carbs | 64.8g | 59.51g |
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| Calories | 502kcal | 479kcal |
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| Sugar | 48.25g | 48.34g |
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| Fiber | 1.1g | 5g |
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| Calcium | 106mg | 64mg |
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| Iron | 0.81mg | 1.27mg |
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| Magnesium | 27mg |
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| Phosphorus | 105mg | 112mg |
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| Potassium | 186mg | 254mg |
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| Sodium | 198mg | 142mg |
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| Zinc | 1.06mg |
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| Copper | 0.197mg |
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| Manganese | 0.273mg |
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| Selenium | 4.3µg |
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| Vitamin A | 67IU | 42IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 20µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.74mg |
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| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0.7mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.155mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.208mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.109mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.265mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.025mg |
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| Folate | 26µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.6µg |
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| Cholesterol | 7mg | 4mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.342g |
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| Saturated Fat | 18.96g | 17.59g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.988g | 5.26g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.628g | 1.18g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
19%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Twix is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Twix is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.090000000000003g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Twix is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almond joy contains less Sodium (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Almond joy is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Almond joy is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.37g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Almond joy is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)