After eight vs. Skittles — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between After eight and Skittles?
- After eight is richer in Fiber, and Iron, yet Skittles are richer in Vitamin C.
- Skittles' daily need coverage for Vitamin C is 75% higher.
- Skittles contain less Saturated Fat.
We used Candies, NESTLE, AFTER EIGHT Mints and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, SKITTLES Wild Berry Bite Size Candies 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 CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.3% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.67 g
Fats:
11.9 g
Carbs:
79.53 g
Water:
6.3 g
Other:
0.6 g
Protein:
0.19 g
Fats:
4.25 g
Carbs:
90.76 g
Water:
3.83 g
Other:
0.97 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +778.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +180% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +64.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +14.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +61.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
8.33 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.115 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -50.6% |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 432kcal | 402kcal |
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| Protein | 1.67g | 0.19g |
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| Fats | 11.9g | 4.25g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 67.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 77.13g | 90.76g |
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| Carbs | 79.53g | 90.76g |
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| Calcium | 13mg | 0mg |
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| Iron | 0.57mg | 0mg |
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| Sugar | 66.6g | 75.92g |
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| Fiber | 2.4g | 0g |
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| Sodium | 1mg | 15mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.074g |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.33g | 4.115g |
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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
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17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
3%
0%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Skittles is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.215g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
After eight is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.32g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
After eight contains less Sodium (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
After eight is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.