Butterfinger vs. M&Ms Peanut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are butterfinger and m&Ms Peanut different?
- M&Ms Peanut has more copper, phosphorus, vitamin B12, manganese, vitamin E, zinc, fiber, folate, and calcium than butterfinger.
- Daily need coverage for copper for m&Ms Peanut is 35% higher.
- Butterfinger contains 5 times more sodium than m&Ms Peanut. While butterfinger contains 230mg of sodium, m&Ms Peanut contains only 50mg.
Candies, NESTLE, BUTTERFINGER Bar and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Peanut Chocolate Candies are the varieties used in this article.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +43.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +183.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +57.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +46.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +161.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +76% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +95.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -78.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +35.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +41.4% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +92.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +65.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +71% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +26.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +69.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +30.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +36.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +96.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +148.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.4 g
Fats:
18.9 g
Carbs:
72.9 g
Water:
1.23 g
Other:
1.57 g
Protein:
9.57 g
Fats:
26.13 g
Carbs:
60.48 g
Water:
2.48 g
Other:
1.34 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +20.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +77.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +38.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +101.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.5 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.119 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.164 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.169 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.086 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.456 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +58% |
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Saturated fat
~10.169g
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Polyunsaturated fat
~3.456g
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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| Copper | 0.193mg | 0.505mg | 35% |
| Phosphorus | 97mg | 190mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.04µg | 0.32µg | 12% |
| Fats | 18.9g | 26.13g | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 1.72mg | 2.85mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.49mg | 0.664mg | 8% |
| Protein | 5.4g | 9.57g | 8% |
| Sodium | 230mg | 50mg | 8% |
| Folate | 28µg | 55µg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1mg | 1.76mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 3.7g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.119g | 8.086g | 7% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 102mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.79mg | 1.16mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 48mg | 69mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.121mg | 0.063mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.37mg | 0.627mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.649mg | 3.362mg | 4% |
| Choline | 15mg | 37.3mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 220mg | 347mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 72.9g | 60.48g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 9.5g | 10.169g | 3% |
| Calories | 459kcal | 515kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.062mg | 0.106mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.069mg | 0.09mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 2.9µg | 4.1µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 22µg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.164g | 3.456g | 2% |
| Caffeine | 1mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 3µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 70.9g | 56.78g | N/A |
| Sugar | 45.9g | 50.75g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.04g | 0.328g | N/A |
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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
16%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
57%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
M&Ms Peanut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
M&Ms Peanut contains less Sodium (difference - 180mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
M&Ms Peanut is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Butterfinger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Butterfinger is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.85g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Butterfinger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.669g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Butterfinger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)