Brown sugar vs. Mounds candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between brown sugar and mounds candy bar?
- Brown sugar is richer in calcium, yet mounds candy bar is richer in copper, manganese, iron, fiber, phosphorus, magnesium, selenium, and zinc.
- Mounds candy bar's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 103% higher.
- Brown sugar has 4 times more calcium than mounds candy bar. Brown sugar has 83mg of calcium, while mounds candy bar has 21mg.
We used Sugars, brown and Candies, MOUNDS Candy Bar types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +295.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +511.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +141.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +194.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +751.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3566.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2175% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1381.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +450% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +151.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +85.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +119.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +500% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +413% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
26.6 g
Carbs:
58.59 g
Water:
9.05 g
Other:
1.16 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +67.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3733.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +575.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +157.8% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0g | 20.58g | 94% |
| Fats | 0g | 26.6g | 41% |
| Copper | 0.047mg | 0.4mg | 39% |
| Manganese | 0.064mg | 0.948mg | 38% |
| Iron | 0.71mg | 2.09mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.7g | 15% |
| Carbs | 98.09g | 58.59g | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 4mg | 91mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 9mg | 55mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 1.2µg | 6.6µg | 10% |
| Zinc | 0.03mg | 1.1mg | 10% |
| Protein | 0.12g | 4.6g | 9% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 21mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 133mg | 321mg | 6% |
| Calories | 380kcal | 486kcal | 5% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 145mg | 5% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 17mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.049mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.058mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 0.09mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg | 0.245mg | 2% |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 11.8mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.11mg | 0.277mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.19mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.6µg | 1% |
| Folate | 1µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.39g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.14g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 98.09g | 54.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 97.02g | 46.19g | 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
2%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
11%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Sugar (difference - 50.83g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mounds candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 71)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mounds candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mounds candy bar is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brown sugar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 117mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 20.58g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)