Candy bar vs. Muffin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between candy bar and muffin
- Candy bar has more vitamin B6, copper, vitamin B3, manganese, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin E, and fiber, while muffin has more vitamin K.
- Candy bar's daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 11766% higher.
- Muffin contains 13 times less copper than candy bar. Candy bar contains 0.774mg of copper, while muffin contains 0.06mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Candies, peanut bar and Muffins, blueberry, commercially prepared (Includes mini-muffins).
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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 | +1000% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +77.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +236.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1190% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +964.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +111% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -53.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +176.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +34% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +74.5% |
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 | +151.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +458.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +76.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +382400% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +56.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +68% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +214.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +245.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +109.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +21.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +11.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1460% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +246.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +31.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -39.2% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 153mg | 0.04mg | 11766% |
| Copper | 0.774mg | 0.06mg | 79% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.922mg | 1.418mg | 41% |
| Manganese | 1.243mg | 0.449mg | 35% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 39.2µg | 33% |
| Zinc | 3.94mg | 0.37mg | 32% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 16.721g | 4.822g | 30% |
| Fats | 33.7g | 16.07g | 27% |
| Magnesium | 110mg | 10mg | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 308mg | 146mg | 23% |
| Protein | 15.5g | 4.49g | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.65g | 8.103g | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 4.1mg | 1.63mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 1.1g | 12% |
| Choline | 29.4mg | 92.5mg | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 156mg | 336mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 4.678g | 2.844g | 8% |
| Potassium | 407mg | 121mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Folate | 75µg | 48µg | 7% |
| Calories | 522kcal | 375kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.83mg | 0.47mg | 7% |
| Starch | 16.31g | 7% | |
| Selenium | 4.7µg | 8.2µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.168mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.97mg | 1.3mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 44mg | 3% |
| Fructose | 1.21g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.163mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 21µg | 2% |
| Carbs | 47.4g | 53g | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 4IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 51.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 42.22g | 31.47g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.2g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.149mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.52mg | 0.181mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.534mg | 0.224mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.986mg | 0.421mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.545mg | 0.199mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.185mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.787mg | 0.277mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.638mg | 0.257mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.385mg | 0.128mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 1.022g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.048g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 6.911g | 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%
30%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
88%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Muffin is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.75g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Muffin is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.834g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 30mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 180mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.