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Baby ruth vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Baby ruth and Mars

    These are the specific foods used in this comparison Candies, NESTLE, BABY RUTH Bar and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies.

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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 31% 14% 22% 24% 75% 20% 40% 30% 46% 14%
    Mars
    3
    Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 27% 0% 32% 0% 0% 0% 18% 0% 0%
    Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +∞%
    Contains more PotassiumPotassium +∞%
    Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
    Contains more ZincZinc +∞%
    Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +∞%
    Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
    Contains more SeleniumSelenium +∞%
    Contains more CalciumCalcium +91.5%
    Contains more IronIron +36.5%
    Contains less SodiumSodium -40.9%

    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 0% 0% 19% 0% 15% 28% 23% 20% 9.7% 7.5% 5.8% 9% 19%
    Mars
    2
    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 1.7% 10% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
    Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
    Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +∞%
    Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +∞%
    Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +∞%
    Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
    Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
    Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
    Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
    Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
    Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
    Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
    Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
    ~equal in Vitamin D ~µg

    Macronutrient Comparison

    Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
    5% 22% 65% 7%
    Protein: 5.4 g
    Fats: 21.6 g
    Carbs: 64.8 g
    Water: 6.99 g
    Other: 1.21 g
    Mars
    2
    4% 19% 72% 2% 2%
    Protein: 4.28 g
    Fats: 19.32 g
    Carbs: 72.4 g
    Water: 1.7 g
    Other: 2.3 g
    Contains more ProteinProtein +26.2%
    Contains more FatsFats +11.8%
    Contains more WaterWater +311.2%
    Contains more CarbsCarbs +11.7%
    Contains more OtherOther +90.1%

    Fat Type Comparison

    Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
    60% 27% 13%
    Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 12.1 g
    Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 5.557 g
    Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.638 g
    Mars
    1
    100%
    Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 11.651 g
    Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 0 g
    Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0 g
    Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +∞%
    Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +∞%
    ~equal in Saturated Fat ~11.651g

    Comparison summary table

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

    All nutrients comparison - raw data values

    Nutrient Baby ruth Mars Opinion
    Calories 459kcal 475kcal Mars
    Protein 5.4g 4.28g Baby ruth
    Fats 21.6g 19.32g Baby ruth
    Vitamin C 0mg 0.5mg Mars
    Net carbs 62.8g 70.4g Mars
    Carbs 64.8g 72.4g Mars
    Cholesterol 0mg 12mg Baby ruth
    Magnesium 43mg Baby ruth
    Calcium 47mg 90mg Mars
    Potassium 249mg Baby ruth
    Iron 0.63mg 0.86mg Mars
    Sugar 54g 58.94g Baby ruth
    Fiber 2g 2g
    Copper 0.225mg Baby ruth
    Zinc 0.72mg Baby ruth
    Phosphorus 94mg Baby ruth
    Sodium 230mg 136mg Mars
    Vitamin A 0IU 167IU Mars
    Vitamin E 0.93mg Baby ruth
    Manganese 0.351mg Baby ruth
    Selenium 2.5µg Baby ruth
    Vitamin B1 0.058mg Baby ruth
    Vitamin B2 0.121mg Baby ruth
    Vitamin B3 1.251mg Baby ruth
    Vitamin B5 0.333mg Baby ruth
    Vitamin B6 0.042mg Baby ruth
    Vitamin B12 0.06µg Baby ruth
    Vitamin K 2.3µg Baby ruth
    Folate 12µg Baby ruth
    Trans Fat 0.05g 0.131g Baby ruth
    Choline 34.9mg Baby ruth
    Saturated Fat 12.1g 11.651g Mars
    Monounsaturated Fat 5.557g Baby ruth
    Polyunsaturated fat 2.638g Baby ruth

    Which food is preferable for your diet?

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    ok
    is better in case of low diet
    Baby ruth Mars
    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
    12%
    Baby ruth
    1%
    Mars
    Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
    31%
    Baby ruth
    8%
    Mars

    Comparison summary

    Which food contains less Sodium?
    Mars
    Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 94mg)
    Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
    Mars
    Mars is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.449g)
    Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
    Baby ruth
    Baby ruth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
    Which food is lower in Sugar?
    Baby ruth
    Baby ruth is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.94g)
    Which food is lower in glycemic index?
    Baby ruth
    Baby ruth is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
    Which food is cheaper?
    Baby ruth
    Baby ruth is cheaper (difference - $2)
    Which food is richer in minerals?
    Baby ruth
    Baby ruth is relatively richer in minerals
    Which food is richer in vitamins?
    Baby ruth
    Baby ruth is relatively richer in vitamins

    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. Baby ruth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167582/nutrients
    2. Mars - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168814/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.