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Caramello vs. M&Ms Peanut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between Caramello and M&Ms Peanut

  • Caramello has more Calcium, however, M&Ms Peanut is higher in Fiber, Phosphorus, Monounsaturated Fat, and Polyunsaturated fat.
  • Caramello covers your daily Saturated Fat needs 13% more than M&Ms Peanut.
  • M&Ms Peanut contains 3 times less Cholesterol than Caramello. Caramello contains 27mg of Cholesterol, while M&Ms Peanut contains 8mg.

Food varieties used in this article are Candies, CARAMELLO Candy Bar 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 64% 30% 41% 0% 0% 64% 16% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 49% 31% 31% 44% 168% 48% 81% 6.5% 87% 22%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +108.8%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +26.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -59%
~equal in Potassium ~347mg
~equal in Iron ~1.16mg

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 5.7% 18% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
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% 4.4% 57% 0% 16% 24% 63% 38% 21% 40% 7.5% 41% 20%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +309.5%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
6% 21% 64% 7% 2%
Protein: 6.19 g
Fats: 21.19 g
Carbs: 63.81 g
Water: 6.79 g
Other: 2.02 g
10% 26% 60% 2%
Protein: 9.57 g
Fats: 26.13 g
Carbs: 60.48 g
Water: 2.48 g
Other: 1.34 g
Contains more WaterWater +173.8%
Contains more OtherOther +50.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +54.6%
Contains more FatsFats +23.3%
~equal in Carbs ~60.48g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
68% 28% 3%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 12.72 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 5.29 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.63 g
47% 37% 16%
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 -20.1%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +52.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +448.6%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Caramello M&Ms Peanut Opinion
Calories 462kcal 515kcal M&Ms Peanut
Protein 6.19g 9.57g M&Ms Peanut
Fats 21.19g 26.13g M&Ms Peanut
Vitamin C 1.7mg 0mg Caramello
Net carbs 62.61g 56.78g Caramello
Carbs 63.81g 60.48g Caramello
Cholesterol 27mg 8mg M&Ms Peanut
Magnesium 69mg M&Ms Peanut
Calcium 213mg 102mg Caramello
Potassium 341mg 347mg M&Ms Peanut
Iron 1.09mg 1.16mg M&Ms Peanut
Sugar 56.92g 50.75g M&Ms Peanut
Fiber 1.2g 3.7g M&Ms Peanut
Copper 0.505mg M&Ms Peanut
Zinc 1.76mg M&Ms Peanut
Phosphorus 150mg 190mg M&Ms Peanut
Sodium 122mg 50mg M&Ms Peanut
Vitamin A 303IU 74IU Caramello
Vitamin A 22µg M&Ms Peanut
Vitamin E 2.85mg M&Ms Peanut
Manganese 0.664mg M&Ms Peanut
Selenium 4.1µg M&Ms Peanut
Vitamin B1 0.063mg M&Ms Peanut
Vitamin B2 0.106mg M&Ms Peanut
Vitamin B3 3.362mg M&Ms Peanut
Vitamin B5 0.627mg M&Ms Peanut
Vitamin B6 0.09mg M&Ms Peanut
Vitamin B12 0.32µg M&Ms Peanut
Vitamin K 3µg M&Ms Peanut
Folate 55µg M&Ms Peanut
Trans Fat 0.328g Caramello
Choline 37.3mg M&Ms Peanut
Saturated Fat 12.72g 10.169g M&Ms Peanut
Monounsaturated Fat 5.29g 8.086g M&Ms Peanut
Polyunsaturated fat 0.63g 3.456g M&Ms Peanut

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Caramello M&Ms Peanut
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
2%
Caramello
26%
M&Ms Peanut
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
22%
Caramello
57%
M&Ms Peanut

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
M&Ms Peanut
M&Ms Peanut is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
M&Ms Peanut
M&Ms Peanut is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.17g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
M&Ms Peanut
M&Ms Peanut contains less Sodium (difference - 72mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
M&Ms Peanut
M&Ms Peanut is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.551g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
M&Ms Peanut
M&Ms Peanut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
M&Ms Peanut
M&Ms Peanut is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Caramello
Caramello is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Caramello - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167975/nutrients
  2. M&Ms Peanut - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169582/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.