After eight vs. Starburst — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are After eight and Starburst different?
- After eight is higher in Fiber, and Iron, however, Starburst is richer in Vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin C from Starburst is 65% higher.
- Starburst has less Sugar.
Candies, NESTLE, AFTER EIGHT Mints and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, STARBURST Fruit Chews, Original fruits 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 CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +5600% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
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 | +∞% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
0.41 g
Fats:
8.21 g
Carbs:
82.57 g
Water:
8.51 g
Other:
0.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +307.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +44.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +100% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +35.1% |
~equal in
Carbs
~82.57g
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
7.778 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~7.778g
~equal in
Monounsaturated Fat
~0g
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~0g
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 432kcal | 408kcal |
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| Protein | 1.67g | 0.41g |
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| Fats | 11.9g | 8.21g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 58.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 77.13g | 82.57g |
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| Carbs | 79.53g | 82.57g |
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| Magnesium | 1mg |
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| Calcium | 13mg | 0mg |
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| Potassium | 2mg |
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| Iron | 0.57mg | 0.01mg |
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| Sugar | 66.6g | 58.12g |
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| Fiber | 2.4g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.012mg |
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| Phosphorus | 5mg |
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| Sodium | 1mg | 2mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 1IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.33mg |
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| Manganese | 0.015mg |
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| Selenium | 0.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.001mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.002mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.005mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.035mg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.1µg |
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| Folate | 1µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.141g |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.33g | 7.778g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| 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
0%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
3%
1%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Starburst is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.48g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Starburst is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.552g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Starburst is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Starburst is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
After eight contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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 ($)