Candies, SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Bar vs. Reeses cups — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between candies, SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Bar and reeses cups
- Candies, SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Bar has more fiber and iron; however, reeses cups have more vitamin B3, copper, phosphorus, vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B5, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for reeses cups is 28% higher.
- Reeses cups have 2 times less fiber than candies, SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Bar. Candies, SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Bar has 6.5g of fiber, while reeses cups have 3.6g.
- Candies, SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Bar is lower in sodium.
Food types used in this article are Candies, SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Bar 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 PotassiumPotassium | +46.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +76% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +160% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1100% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +12700% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +215.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +366.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.54 g
Fats:
32.4 g
Carbs:
60.49 g
Water:
0.9 g
Other:
0.67 g
Protein:
10.24 g
Fats:
30.53 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
1.44 g
Other:
2.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +84.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +60% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +262.7% |
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Fats
~30.53g
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Carbs
~55.36g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.14 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.44 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 | -100% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +154.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1150% |
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 Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 10.73g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.44g | 5.5g | 34% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 4.49mg | 28% |
| Copper | 0.02mg | 0.24mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.14g | 13.1g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 51mg | 161mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 357mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.16mg | 13% |
| Folate | 0µg | 50µg | 13% |
| Iron | 2.13mg | 1.21mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.62mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 6.5g | 3.6g | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 1.28mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.26µg | 11% | |
| Protein | 5.54g | 10.24g | 9% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.1mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.01mg | 0.11mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 31mg | 62mg | 7% |
| Choline | 35.4mg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 30mg | 78mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 502mg | 343mg | 5% |
| Fats | 32.4g | 30.53g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 2% | |
| Calories | 556kcal | 515kcal | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.3µg | 1.4µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 17µg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 60.49g | 55.36g | 2% |
| Caffeine | 7mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 53.99g | 51.76g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 6mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 47.56g | 47.17g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Reeses cups is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Reeses cups is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.39g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reeses cups is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candies, SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candies, SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Bar contains less Sodium (difference - 351mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Candies, SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Bar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.73g)
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 ($)