Candies, sweet chocolate vs. Reeses cups — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between candies, sweet chocolate and reeses cups
- Candies, sweet chocolate is higher in copper, manganese, iron, and magnesium; however, reeses cups are richer in vitamin B3, folate, vitamin B1, and vitamin B5.
- Candies, sweet chocolate's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 47% higher.
- Reeses cups have less saturated fat.
The food types used in this comparison are Candies, sweet 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 | +82.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +128.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +139.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +17.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +225% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18.3% |
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 EVitamin E | +73.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +118.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +215% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +570.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +773.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +132.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1566.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +18.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.9 g
Fats:
34.2 g
Carbs:
60.4 g
Water:
0.5 g
Other:
1 g
Protein:
10.24 g
Fats:
30.53 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
1.44 g
Other:
2.43 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +12% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +162.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +188% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +143% |
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Carbs
~55.36g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.08 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.99 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 | -46.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +16.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +455.6% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 20.08g | 10.73g | 43% |
| Copper | 0.574mg | 0.24mg | 37% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.99g | 5.5g | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.67mg | 4.49mg | 24% |
| Manganese | 0.494mg | 0mg | 21% |
| Iron | 2.76mg | 1.21mg | 19% |
| Caffeine | 66mg | 7mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 357mg | 15% |
| Protein | 3.9g | 10.24g | 13% |
| Folate | 3µg | 50µg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.16mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 113mg | 62mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.26µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.071mg | 0.62mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.24mg | 0.11mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 5.5g | 3.6g | 8% |
| Fats | 34.2g | 30.53g | 6% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 78mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.22g | 13.1g | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 6.3µg | 2µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.043mg | 0.1mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 1.4µg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 6mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 60.4g | 55.36g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 17µg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 147mg | 161mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.5mg | 1.28mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 290mg | 343mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 0.15mg | 1% |
| Choline | 29.9mg | 35.4mg | 1% |
| Calories | 507kcal | 515kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 54.9g | 51.76g | N/A |
| Sugar | 51.48g | 47.17g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.154mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.151mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.236mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.234mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.067mg | 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
10%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Reeses cups is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.31g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Reeses cups is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.35g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reeses cups is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candies, sweet chocolate is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candies, sweet chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 341mg)
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 ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.