Candies, semisweet chocolate vs. Reeses cups — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between candies, semisweet chocolate and reeses cups
- Candies, semisweet chocolate is richer in copper, manganese, iron, and magnesium, while reeses cups are higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B12, vitamin B5, and folate.
- Candies, semisweet chocolate covers your daily copper needs 51% more than reeses cups.
- Reeses cups are lower in saturated fat.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Candies, semisweet chocolate and Candies, REESE'S Peanut Butter Cups.
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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 | +85.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +158.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +191.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +26.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +143.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +22% |
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 EVitamin E | +73.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +190.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +22.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +951.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +490.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +185.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +284.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +60.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.2 g
Fats:
30 g
Carbs:
63.9 g
Water:
0.7 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
10.24 g
Fats:
30.53 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
1.44 g
Other:
2.43 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +143.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +105.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +102.5% |
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Fats
~30.53g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.75 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.966 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.966 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.73 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
13.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.5 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -39.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +31.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +469.4% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.7mg | 0.24mg | 51% |
| Manganese | 0.8mg | 0mg | 35% |
| Saturated fat | 17.75g | 10.73g | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.966g | 5.5g | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.427mg | 4.49mg | 25% |
| Iron | 3.13mg | 1.21mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 357mg | 15% |
| Caffeine | 62mg | 7mg | 14% |
| Magnesium | 115mg | 62mg | 13% |
| Protein | 4.2g | 10.24g | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.26µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.105mg | 0.62mg | 10% |
| Folate | 13µg | 50µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.16mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 5.9g | 3.6g | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.966g | 13.1g | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.035mg | 0.1mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 4.2µg | 1.4µg | 5% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 78mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 132mg | 161mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 1.62mg | 1.28mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 5.6µg | 2µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 63.9g | 55.36g | 3% |
| Choline | 22mg | 35.4mg | 2% |
| Calories | 480kcal | 515kcal | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 6mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.09mg | 0.11mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 17µg | 2% |
| Fats | 30g | 30.53g | 1% |
| Potassium | 365mg | 343mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 0.15mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 58g | 51.76g | N/A |
| Sugar | 54.5g | 47.17g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.063mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.168mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.164mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.257mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.212mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.204mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.254mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.073mg | 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
8%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
70%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Reeses cups is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.33g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Reeses cups is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.02g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reeses cups is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candies, semisweet chocolate is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candies, semisweet chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 346mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candies, semisweet chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)