Beer vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between beer and candy bar
- The amount of vitamin B6, copper, manganese, vitamin B3, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin E, magnesium, and folate in candy bar is higher than in beer.
- Candy bar covers your daily vitamin B6 needs 11766% more than beer.
- Beer has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of beer is 104, while the glycemic index of candy bar is 51.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, all 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 less SodiumSodium | -97.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1733.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1850% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1407.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +4750% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15380% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +39300% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +15437.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +683.3% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +460% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1444.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1924.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +332508.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1150% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +191.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +5647.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +123.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3269.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1235.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 153mg | 11766% |
| Copper | 0.005mg | 0.774mg | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 10.65g | 71% |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 1.243mg | 54% |
| Fats | 0g | 33.7g | 52% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.513mg | 7.922mg | 46% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 16.721g | 42% |
| Phosphorus | 14mg | 308mg | 42% |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 3.94mg | 36% |
| Protein | 0.46g | 15.5g | 30% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 4.1mg | 27% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 110mg | 25% |
| Calories | 43kcal | 522kcal | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 4.678g | 21% |
| Folate | 6µg | 75µg | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.041mg | 0.83mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.1g | 16% |
| Carbs | 3.55g | 47.4g | 15% |
| Iron | 0.02mg | 0.97mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 407mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.14mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0.1mg | 8% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 4.7µg | 7% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 156mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 78mg | 7% |
| Choline | 10.1mg | 29.4mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.02µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.55g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 42.22g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0mg | 0.149mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0mg | 0.52mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0mg | 0.534mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0mg | 0.986mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0mg | 0.545mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0mg | 0.185mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0mg | 0.787mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0mg | 0.638mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0mg | 0.385mg | 0% |
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
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2748%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 53)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Candy bar is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beer is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beer contains less Sodium (difference - 152mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beer is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.678g)
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 ($)