Almond joy vs. Snickers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between almond joy and snickers
- Almond joy is richer than snickers in fiber and iron.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for almond joy is 24% higher.
- Almond joy contains 3 times more fiber than snickers. Almond joy contains 5g of fiber, while snickers contains 1.9g.
- Snickers contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Candies, ALMOND JOY Candy Bar and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, SNICKERS CRUNCHER.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +86.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -24.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +40.6% |
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 | +40% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.13 g
Fats:
26.93 g
Carbs:
59.51 g
Water:
8.2 g
Other:
1.23 g
Protein:
6.86 g
Fats:
24.38 g
Carbs:
62.85 g
Water:
4.47 g
Other:
1.44 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +83.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +66.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.1% |
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Fats
~24.38g
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Carbs
~62.85g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.59 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.26 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.18 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
12.703 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -27.8% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 17.59g | 12.703g | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 112mg | 16% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.26g | 13% | |
| Fiber | 5g | 1.9g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.18g | 8% | |
| Potassium | 254mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.27mg | 0.68mg | 7% |
| Protein | 4.13g | 6.86g | 5% |
| Fats | 26.93g | 24.38g | 4% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 90mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 9mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 142mg | 189mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 59.51g | 62.85g | 1% |
| Calories | 479kcal | 488kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 54.51g | 60.95g | N/A |
| Sugar | 48.34g | 46.54g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.394g | N/A |
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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Snickers is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.8g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Snickers is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.887g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Almond joy is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almond joy contains less Sodium (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Almond joy is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is cheaper?
Almond joy is cheaper (difference - $2)
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.