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Caramel vs. 3 musketeers — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Caramel and 3 musketeers

  • Caramel has more Vitamin B2, Calcium, Vitamin B5, Phosphorus, and Vitamin B12, however, 3 musketeers are higher in Copper, Iron, Manganese, and Fiber.
  • 3 musketeers covers your daily need of Saturated Fat 31% more than Caramel.
  • Caramel has 5 times more Vitamin B2 than 3 musketeers. While Caramel has 0.256mg of Vitamin B2, 3 musketeers have only 0.056mg.
  • Caramel has less Saturated Fat.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Candies, caramels and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, 3 MUSKETEERS Bar.

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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 12% 41% 19% 5.3% 6% 12% 49% 32% 1.4% 9.8%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 16% 12% 25% 52% 15% 30% 25% 21% 10%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +155.6%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +60.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +65.2%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +70.6%
Contains more IronIron +378.6%
Contains more CopperCopper +761.1%
Contains more ZincZinc +25%
Contains less SodiumSodium -20.8%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +1354.5%
~equal in Selenium ~1.9µg

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 1.3% 2.5% 9.2% 0% 26% 59% 2.8% 37% 13% 38% 4.5% 3% 4.4%
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 0.67% 4% 20% 0% 8.5% 13% 4.3% 14% 3.5% 20% 7.3% 3% 6.7%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +100%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +202.9%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +357.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +168.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +273.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +87.5%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +59.5%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +113%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +55.4%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +61.1%
Contains more CholineCholine +52.5%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Folate ~4µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
5% 8% 77% 9% 2%
Protein: 4.6 g
Fats: 8.1 g
Carbs: 77 g
Water: 8.5 g
Other: 1.8 g
3% 13% 78% 6%
Protein: 2.6 g
Fats: 12.75 g
Carbs: 77.77 g
Water: 5.8 g
Other: 1.08 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +76.9%
Contains more WaterWater +46.6%
Contains more OtherOther +66.7%
Contains more FatsFats +57.4%
~equal in Carbs ~77.77g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
33% 21% 46%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 2.476 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.478 g
76% 21% 3%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 8.646 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 2.373 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.316 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -71.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1000.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +53.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Caramel 3 musketeers
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Caramel 3 musketeers Opinion
Calories 382kcal 436kcal 3 musketeers
Protein 4.6g 2.6g Caramel
Fats 8.1g 12.75g 3 musketeers
Vitamin C 0.4mg 0.2mg Caramel
Net carbs 77g 76.27g Caramel
Carbs 77g 77.77g 3 musketeers
Cholesterol 7mg 5mg 3 musketeers
Magnesium 17mg 29mg 3 musketeers
Calcium 138mg 54mg Caramel
Potassium 214mg 133mg Caramel
Iron 0.14mg 0.67mg 3 musketeers
Sugar 65.5g 66.89g Caramel
Fiber 0g 1.5g 3 musketeers
Copper 0.018mg 0.155mg 3 musketeers
Zinc 0.44mg 0.55mg 3 musketeers
Phosphorus 114mg 69mg Caramel
Sodium 245mg 194mg 3 musketeers
Vitamin A 42IU 67IU 3 musketeers
Vitamin A 12µg 20µg 3 musketeers
Vitamin E 0.46mg 0.98mg 3 musketeers
Manganese 0.011mg 0.16mg 3 musketeers
Selenium 1.8µg 1.9µg 3 musketeers
Vitamin B1 0.103mg 0.034mg Caramel
Vitamin B2 0.256mg 0.056mg Caramel
Vitamin B3 0.148mg 0.23mg 3 musketeers
Vitamin B5 0.62mg 0.231mg Caramel
Vitamin B6 0.056mg 0.015mg Caramel
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 0.16µg Caramel
Vitamin K 1.8µg 2.9µg 3 musketeers
Folate 4µg 4µg
Trans Fat 0.129g Caramel
Choline 8mg 12.2mg 3 musketeers
Saturated Fat 2.476g 8.646g Caramel
Monounsaturated Fat 1.542g 2.373g 3 musketeers
Polyunsaturated fat 3.478g 0.316g Caramel
Tryptophan 0.06mg Caramel
Threonine 0.192mg Caramel
Isoleucine 0.258mg Caramel
Leucine 0.417mg Caramel
Lysine 0.338mg Caramel
Methionine 0.107mg Caramel
Phenylalanine 0.205mg Caramel
Valine 0.285mg Caramel
Histidine 0.115mg Caramel

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Caramel 3 musketeers
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
15%
Caramel
8%
3 musketeers
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
Caramel
23%
3 musketeers

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Caramel
Caramel is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.39g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Caramel
Caramel is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.17g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
3 musketeers
3 musketeers is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
3 musketeers
3 musketeers contains less Sodium (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
3 musketeers
3 musketeers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is cheaper?
3 musketeers
3 musketeers is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
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.
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. Caramel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167974/nutrients
  2. 3 musketeers - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168767/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.