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Candy bar vs. Pepperoni — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between candy bar and pepperoni

  • Candy bar is richer in vitamin B6, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamin E, yet pepperoni is richer in vitamin B12 and selenium.
  • Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for candy bar is 11741% higher.
  • Candy bar contains 9 times more copper than pepperoni. Candy bar contains 0.774mg of copper, while pepperoni contains 0.091mg.
  • Candy bar contains less saturated fat.
  • Pepperoni has a lower glycemic index than candy bar.

Food types used in this article are Candies, peanut bar and Pepperoni, beef and pork, sliced.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 79% 23% 36% 36% 258% 107% 132% 20% 162% 26%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 13% 5.7% 24% 50% 30% 67% 68% 206% 140% 158%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +511.1%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +310.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +48.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +750.5%
Contains more ZincZinc +61.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +94.9%
Contains less SodiumSodium -90.1%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +15.7%
Contains more IronIron +37.1%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +517%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 82% 0% 25% 32% 149% 50% 35308% 0% 0% 56% 16%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 21% 20% 68% 59% 94% 56% 84% 163% 15% 3.8% 28%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +298.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +58.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +42165.2%
Contains more FolateFolate +1400%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +171%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +83.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +12%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +74.1%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
16% 34% 47% 2%
Protein: 15.5 g
Fats: 33.7 g
Carbs: 47.4 g
Water: 1.6 g
Other: 1.8 g
19% 46% 29% 5%
Protein: 19.25 g
Fats: 46.28 g
Carbs: 1.18 g
Water: 28.55 g
Other: 4.74 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +3916.9%
Contains more ProteinProtein +24.2%
Contains more FatsFats +37.3%
Contains more WaterWater +1684.4%
Contains more OtherOther +163.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
15% 52% 33%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 4.678 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 16.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 10.65 g
41% 48% 10%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 17.708 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 20.77 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.458 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -73.6%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +138.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +24.2%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Candy bar Pepperoni
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Candy bar Pepperoni DV% diff.
Vitamin B6 153mg 0.362mg 11741%
Copper 0.774mg 0.091mg 76%
Sodium 156mg 1582mg 62%
Saturated fat 4.678g 17.708g 59%
Vitamin B12 0µg 1.3µg 54%
Selenium 4.7µg 29µg 44%
Polyunsaturated fat 10.65g 4.458g 41%
Cholesterol 0mg 97mg 32%
Magnesium 110mg 18mg 22%
Phosphorus 308mg 158mg 21%
Vitamin E 4.1mg 1.03mg 20%
Fats 33.7g 46.28g 19%
Folate 75µg 5µg 18%
Vitamin B3 7.922mg 4.987mg 18%
Fiber 4.1g 0g 16%
Carbs 47.4g 1.18g 15%
Zinc 3.94mg 2.44mg 14%
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.271mg 14%
Monounsaturated fat 16.721g 20.77g 10%
Vitamin B2 0.14mg 0.257mg 9%
Protein 15.5g 19.25g 8%
Vitamin D 0IU 52IU 7%
Vitamin D 0µg 1.3µg 7%
Manganese 1.243mg 1.074mg 7%
Calcium 78mg 19mg 6%
Vitamin K 0µg 5.8µg 5%
Iron 0.97mg 1.33mg 5%
Potassium 407mg 274mg 4%
Choline 29.4mg 51.2mg 4%
Vitamin B5 0.83mg 0.93mg 2%
Calories 522kcal 504kcal 1%
Net carbs 43.3g 1.18g N/A
Sugar 42.22g 0g N/A
Trans fat 1.527g N/A
Tryptophan 0.149mg 0.23mg 0%
Threonine 0.52mg 0.869mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.534mg 0.901mg 0%
Leucine 0.986mg 1.575mg 0%
Lysine 0.545mg 1.652mg 0%
Methionine 0.185mg 0.511mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.787mg 0.778mg 0%
Valine 0.638mg 0.987mg 0%
Histidine 0.385mg 0.688mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.004g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.004g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.164g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.02g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.018g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.04g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.136g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 3.605g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Candy bar Pepperoni
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Candy bar
47%
Pepperoni
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
88%
Candy bar
76%
Pepperoni

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.22g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pepperoni
Pepperoni is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candy bar
Candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candy bar
Candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 1426mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Candy bar
Candy bar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.03g)
Which food is cheaper?
Candy bar
Candy bar is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Candy bar - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169585/nutrients
  2. Pepperoni - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174575/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.