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Apricot jam vs. Reese's pieces — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between apricot jam and reese's pieces

  • The amount of manganese, vitamin B3, copper, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, folate, and vitamin B5 in reese's pieces is higher than in apricot jam.
  • Reese's pieces cover your daily saturated fat needs 82% more than apricot jam.
  • Apricot jam contains less saturated fat.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Jams and preserves, apricot and Candies, REESE'S PIECES Candy.

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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% 6% 6.8% 18% 33% 1.6% 1.3% 5.2% 5.2% 11%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 63% 21% 32% 18% 137% 31% 89% 25% 143% 4.4%
Contains less SodiumSodium -79.4%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +150%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +2100%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +245%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +366.2%
Contains more CopperCopper +310%
Contains more ZincZinc +1816.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +6800%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +2650%
~equal in Iron ~0.49mg

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 29% 3.3% 2.6% 0% 0% 5.1% 0.68% 1.2% 4.6% 0% 0% 0.75% 0.22%
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 0% 0% 20% 0% 45% 51% 114% 37% 25% 14% 15% 41% 16%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +661.5%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +900%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +16733.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +2950%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +450%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +5400%
Contains more CholineCholine +7075%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
64% 35%
Protein: 0.7 g
Fats: 0.2 g
Carbs: 64.4 g
Water: 34.5 g
Other: 0.2 g
12% 25% 60% 2%
Protein: 12.46 g
Fats: 24.77 g
Carbs: 59.86 g
Water: 1 g
Other: 1.91 g
Contains more WaterWater +3350%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1680%
Contains more FatsFats +12285%
Contains more OtherOther +855%
~equal in Carbs ~59.86g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
100%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.01 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0 g
72% 20% 8%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 16.42 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 4.46 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.88 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -99.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +∞%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +∞%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Apricot jam Reese's pieces
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Apricot jam Reese's pieces DV% diff.
Saturated fat 0.01g 16.42g 75%
Manganese 0.04mg 1.1mg 46%
Fats 0.2g 24.77g 38%
Vitamin B3 0.036mg 6.06mg 38%
Copper 0.1mg 0.41mg 34%
Phosphorus 3mg 207mg 29%
Protein 0.7g 12.46g 24%
Magnesium 4mg 88mg 20%
Vitamin B2 0.022mg 0.22mg 15%
Vitamin B1 0mg 0.18mg 15%
Folate 1µg 55µg 14%
Calories 242kcal 497kcal 13%
Polyunsaturated fat 0g 1.88g 13%
Vitamin B5 0.02mg 0.61mg 12%
Monounsaturated fat 0g 4.46g 11%
Fiber 0.3g 3g 11%
Zinc 0.06mg 1.15mg 10%
Vitamin C 8.8mg 0mg 10%
Potassium 77mg 359mg 8%
Sodium 40mg 194mg 7%
Vitamin B6 0.02mg 0.11mg 7%
Vitamin E 0.13mg 0.99mg 6%
Vitamin K 0µg 5.9µg 5%
Choline 0.4mg 28.7mg 5%
Calcium 20mg 69mg 5%
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.11µg 5%
Carbs 64.4g 59.86g 2%
Selenium 2µg 0.8µg 2%
Vitamin A 10µg 0µg 1%
Net carbs 64.1g 56.86g N/A
Iron 0.49mg 0.49mg 0%
Sugar 43.4g 53.25g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Apricot jam Reese's pieces
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
4%
Apricot jam
29%
Reese's pieces
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Apricot jam
56%
Reese's pieces

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is lower in glycemic index (difference - 69)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Apricot jam
Apricot jam is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apricot jam
Apricot jam contains less Sodium (difference - 154mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Apricot jam
Apricot jam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.41g)
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 ($)

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. Apricot jam - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170645/nutrients
  2. Reese's pieces - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168764/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.