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Apple butter vs. Twix — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Apple butter and Twix

  • Apple butter contains less Vitamin B2, Phosphorus, Vitamin B12, Copper, Vitamin B1, Calcium, Zinc, and Selenium than Twix.
  • Daily need coverage for Saturated Fat from Twix is 95% higher.
  • Apple butter is lower in Sodium.

Food types used in this article are Fruit butters, apple and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, TWIX Caramel Cookie Bars.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 2.9% 4.2% 8% 12% 27% 1.6% 3.4% 2% 41% 2.2%
Twix
8
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 19% 32% 16% 30% 66% 29% 45% 26% 36% 23%
Contains less SodiumSodium -92.4%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +15.4%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +575%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +657.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +104.4%
Contains more IronIron +161.3%
Contains more CopperCopper +146.3%
Contains more ZincZinc +1666.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1212.5%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +975%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 2% 1.3% 1% 0% 2.3% 4.4% 1.4% 2.9% 8.5% 0% 2.3% 0.75% 1.1%
Twix
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 2% 4% 15% 0% 39% 48% 21% 16% 5.8% 41% 14% 20% 11%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +48%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +204.5%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +1380%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +1622.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +994.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +1359.2%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +440.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +522.2%
Contains more FolateFolate +2500%
Contains more CholineCholine +895.2%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0.6mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
42% 56%
Protein: 0.39 g
Fats: 0.3 g
Carbs: 42.47 g
Water: 56.45 g
Other: 0.39 g
Twix
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5% 25% 65% 4%
Protein: 4.91 g
Fats: 24.85 g
Carbs: 64.8 g
Water: 4.23 g
Other: 1.21 g
Contains more WaterWater +1234.5%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1159%
Contains more FatsFats +8183.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +52.6%
Contains more OtherOther +210.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
35% 10% 55%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 0.053 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.084 g
Twix
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84% 13% 3%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 18.96 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 2.988 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.628 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -99.7%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +18575%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +647.6%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Apple butter Twix
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Apple butter Twix Opinion
Calories 173kcal 502kcal Twix
Protein 0.39g 4.91g Twix
Fats 0.3g 24.85g Twix
Vitamin C 0.6mg 0.6mg
Net carbs 40.97g 63.7g Twix
Carbs 42.47g 64.8g Twix
Cholesterol 0mg 7mg Apple butter
Magnesium 4mg 27mg Twix
Calcium 14mg 106mg Twix
Potassium 91mg 186mg Twix
Iron 0.31mg 0.81mg Twix
Sugar 35.3g 48.25g Apple butter
Fiber 1.5g 1.1g Apple butter
Copper 0.08mg 0.197mg Twix
Zinc 0.06mg 1.06mg Twix
Phosphorus 8mg 105mg Twix
Sodium 15mg 198mg Apple butter
Vitamin A 22IU 67IU Twix
Vitamin A 1µg 20µg Twix
Vitamin E 0.05mg 0.74mg Twix
Manganese 0.315mg 0.273mg Apple butter
Selenium 0.4µg 4.3µg Twix
Vitamin B1 0.009mg 0.155mg Twix
Vitamin B2 0.019mg 0.208mg Twix
Vitamin B3 0.076mg 1.109mg Twix
Vitamin B5 0.049mg 0.265mg Twix
Vitamin B6 0.037mg 0.025mg Apple butter
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.33µg Twix
Vitamin K 0.9µg 5.6µg Twix
Folate 1µg 26µg Twix
Trans Fat 0.342g Apple butter
Choline 2.1mg 20.9mg Twix
Saturated Fat 0.053g 18.96g Apple butter
Monounsaturated Fat 0.016g 2.988g Twix
Polyunsaturated fat 0.084g 0.628g Twix

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Apple butter Twix
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
2%
Apple butter
18%
Twix
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
10%
Apple butter
32%
Twix

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Twix
Twix is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Twix
Twix is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Apple butter
Apple butter is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Apple butter
Apple butter is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.95g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apple butter
Apple butter contains less Sodium (difference - 183mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Apple butter
Apple butter is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 18.907g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Apple butter
Apple butter is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Apple butter - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168816/nutrients
  2. Twix - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168768/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.