Caramel vs. Almond joy — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are caramel and almond joy different?
- Caramel is higher in calcium and polyunsaturated fat; however, almond joy is richer in fiber, iron, and monounsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for almond joy is 76% higher.
- Caramel contains 3 times more polyunsaturated fat than almond joy. While caramel contains 3.478g of polyunsaturated fat, almond joy contains only 1.18g.
- Almond joy has less sodium.
Candies, caramels and Candies, ALMOND JOY Candy Bar are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +115.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +807.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +75% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
77 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
4.13 g
Fats:
26.93 g
Carbs:
59.51 g
Water:
8.2 g
Other:
1.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +29.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +46.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +232.5% |
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Water
~8.2g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.476 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.478 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.59 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.26 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.18 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +194.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +241.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 2.476g | 17.59g | 69% |
| Fats | 8.1g | 26.93g | 29% |
| Fiber | 0g | 5g | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.256mg | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.478g | 1.18g | 15% |
| Iron | 0.14mg | 1.27mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.103mg | 9% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.542g | 5.26g | 9% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 64mg | 7% |
| Carbs | 77g | 59.51g | 6% |
| Calories | 382kcal | 479kcal | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.44mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 245mg | 142mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 4% | |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Protein | 4.6g | 4.13g | 1% |
| Choline | 8mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.148mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 214mg | 254mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Folate | 4µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0.7mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 77g | 54.51g | N/A |
| Sugar | 65.5g | 48.34g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 114mg | 112mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.417mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.205mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.115mg | 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
16%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caramel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 15.114g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Caramel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Almond joy is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Almond joy is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.16g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Almond joy contains less Sodium (difference - 103mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Almond joy is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is cheaper?
Almond joy is cheaper (difference - $1.5)