3 musketeers vs. Pectin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are 3 musketeers and pectin different?
- 3 musketeers are higher in phosphorus, vitamin B12, magnesium, and monounsaturated fat; however, pectin is richer in copper, fiber, and iron.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for 3 musketeers is 43% higher.
- Pectin has less saturated fat.
Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, 3 MUSKETEERS Bar and Pectin, unsweetened, dry mix 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +2800% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +671.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1800% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +17% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +3350% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +128.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +304.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +171% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +325% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +110% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.6 g
Fats:
12.75 g
Carbs:
77.77 g
Water:
5.8 g
Other:
1.08 g
Protein:
0.3 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
90.4 g
Water:
8.7 g
Other:
0.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +766.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4150% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +260% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +16.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +50% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.646 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.373 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.316 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.05 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.01 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.09 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +23630% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +251.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.4% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 8.646g | 0.05g | 39% |
| Copper | 0.155mg | 0.42mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 8.6g | 28% |
| Iron | 0.67mg | 2.71mg | 26% |
| Fats | 12.75g | 0.3g | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 69mg | 2mg | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 0.98mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 1mg | 7% |
| Calories | 436kcal | 325kcal | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.373g | 0.01g | 6% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 7mg | 5% |
| Protein | 2.6g | 0.3g | 5% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 7mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 77.77g | 90.4g | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.16mg | 0.07mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 1.9µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.231mg | 0.11mg | 2% |
| Choline | 12.2mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.9µg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.316g | 0.09g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.034mg | 0.008mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Caffeine | 7mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.23mg | 0.005mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.55mg | 0.47mg | 1% |
| Folate | 4µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 76.27g | 81.8g | N/A |
| Sugar | 66.89g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 194mg | 200mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.056mg | 0.06mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.015mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.129g | N/A |
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
8%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
29%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Pectin is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pectin is lower in Sugar (difference - 66.89g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pectin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.596g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
3 musketeers contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
3 musketeers is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
3 musketeers is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)