Avocado vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between avocadoes and candy bar
- Avocadoes are richer in vitamin K, yet candy bar is richer in vitamin B6, copper, manganese, vitamin B3, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, and vitamin E.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for candy bar is 11749% higher.
- Avocadoes contain less saturated fat.
- Avocadoes have a lower glycemic index than candy bar.
Food types used in this article are Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties and Candies, peanut bar.
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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 | +19.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +279.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +550% |
| Contains more IronIron | +76.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +307.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +515.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +492.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +775.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1075% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +67.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +98.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +49.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +355.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +59433.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +107% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +4476.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +675% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +129.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +455.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +13.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -54.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +70.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +486.5% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.257mg | 153mg | 11749% |
| Copper | 0.19mg | 0.774mg | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.816g | 10.65g | 59% |
| Manganese | 0.142mg | 1.243mg | 48% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.738mg | 7.922mg | 39% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 308mg | 37% |
| Zinc | 0.64mg | 3.94mg | 30% |
| Fats | 14.66g | 33.7g | 29% |
| Protein | 2g | 15.5g | 27% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 110mg | 19% |
| Calories | 160kcal | 522kcal | 18% |
| Vitamin K | 21µg | 0µg | 18% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.799g | 16.721g | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 2.07mg | 4.1mg | 14% |
| Carbs | 8.53g | 47.4g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.126g | 4.678g | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.389mg | 0.83mg | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 6.7g | 4.1g | 10% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 4.7µg | 8% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 78mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 156mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.55mg | 0.97mg | 5% |
| Choline | 14.2mg | 29.4mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.067mg | 0.1mg | 3% |
| Folate | 81µg | 75µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 485mg | 407mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.14mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.83g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.66g | 42.22g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.11g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.025mg | 0.149mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.073mg | 0.52mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.084mg | 0.534mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.143mg | 0.986mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.132mg | 0.545mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.038mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.097mg | 0.787mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.107mg | 0.638mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0.385mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.111g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A |
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
32%
2748%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Candy bar is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Avocado is lower in Sugar (difference - 41.56g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Avocado contains less Sodium (difference - 149mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Avocado is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.552g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Avocado is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.