Candy bar vs. Mixed nuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between candy bar and mixed nuts
- Candy bar is richer in vitamin B6, yet mixed nuts are richer in selenium, manganese, magnesium, vitamin E, phosphorus, iron, copper, and fiber.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for candy bar is 11742% higher.
- Candy bar contains less saturated fat.
- Mixed nuts have a lower glycemic index than candy bar.
Food types used in this article are Candies, peanut bar and Nuts, mixed nuts, oil roasted, with peanuts, without salt added.
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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 ZincZinc | +17.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +108.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +55.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +169.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +17.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +48.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +64.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +621.3% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +43365.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +90.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +89% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +37.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +10.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +76.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.5 g
Fats:
33.7 g
Carbs:
47.4 g
Water:
1.6 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
20.04 g
Fats:
53.95 g
Carbs:
21.05 g
Water:
2.08 g
Other:
2.88 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +125.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +29.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +60.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +30% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.678 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
16.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.65 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.711 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
28.488 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.612 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -46.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +70.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +37.2% |
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 |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 153mg | 0.352mg | 11742% |
| Selenium | 4.7µg | 33.9µg | 53% |
| Manganese | 1.243mg | 2.04mg | 35% |
| Fats | 33.7g | 53.95g | 31% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 16.721g | 28.488g | 29% |
| Magnesium | 110mg | 229mg | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.65g | 14.612g | 26% |
| Vitamin E | 4.1mg | 7.82mg | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 308mg | 456mg | 21% |
| Iron | 0.97mg | 2.61mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 4.678g | 8.711g | 18% |
| Copper | 0.774mg | 0.907mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 7g | 12% |
| Carbs | 47.4g | 21.05g | 9% |
| Protein | 15.5g | 20.04g | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.189mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 156mg | 5mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 407mg | 632mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.83mg | 1.14mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 5.7µg | 5% |
| Zinc | 3.94mg | 3.36mg | 5% |
| Calories | 522kcal | 607kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.196mg | 4% |
| Choline | 29.4mg | 52mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 117mg | 4% |
| Starch | 4.2g | 2% | |
| Folate | 75µg | 83µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.922mg | 7.709mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 14.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 42.22g | 4.15g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.055g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.149mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.52mg | 0.703mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.534mg | 0.826mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.986mg | 1.656mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.545mg | 0.782mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.185mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.787mg | 1.182mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.638mg | 1.001mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.385mg | 0.572mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.082g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.455g | 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
2748%
50%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
88%
139%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mixed nuts is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.07g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mixed nuts contains less Sodium (difference - 151mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mixed nuts is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mixed nuts is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mixed nuts is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Candy bar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.033g)
Which food is cheaper?
Candy bar is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)