Caramel vs. M&Ms Peanut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between caramel and m&Ms Peanut
- Caramel contains less copper, manganese, vitamin B3, vitamin E, fiber, iron, folate, magnesium, and zinc than m&Ms Peanut.
- Daily need coverage for copper for m&Ms Peanut is 54% higher.
- Caramel is lower in saturated fat.
- Caramel has a higher glycemic index than m&Ms Peanut.
Food types used in this article are Candies, caramels and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Peanut Chocolate Candies.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +35.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +305.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +62.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +728.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2705.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +300% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +66.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5936.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +127.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +63.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +141.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +83.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +519.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2171.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +60.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +66.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1275% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +366.3% |
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:
9.57 g
Fats:
26.13 g
Carbs:
60.48 g
Water:
2.48 g
Other:
1.34 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +27.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +242.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +34.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +108% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +222.6% |
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
10.169 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.086 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.456 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -75.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +424.4% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~3.456g
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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| Copper | 0.018mg | 0.505mg | 54% |
| Saturated fat | 2.476g | 10.169g | 35% |
| Fats | 8.1g | 26.13g | 28% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.664mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.148mg | 3.362mg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.542g | 8.086g | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 2.85mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.7g | 15% |
| Folate | 4µg | 55µg | 13% |
| Iron | 0.14mg | 1.16mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.256mg | 0.106mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 69mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.44mg | 1.76mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 114mg | 190mg | 11% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 9.57g | 10% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 50mg | 8% |
| Calories | 382kcal | 515kcal | 7% |
| Carbs | 77g | 60.48g | 6% |
| Choline | 8mg | 37.3mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 214mg | 347mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 4.1µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 102mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0.09mg | 3% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 10mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.103mg | 0.063mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 22µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0.32µg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 3µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 77g | 56.78g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 65.5g | 50.75g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.627mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.328g | N/A | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.478g | 3.456g | 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%
26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
57%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
M&Ms Peanut is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.75g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
M&Ms Peanut contains less Sodium (difference - 195mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
M&Ms Peanut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 32)
Which food is cheaper?
M&Ms Peanut is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
M&Ms Peanut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
M&Ms Peanut is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caramel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.693g)