Chocolate cake vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chocolate cake and mars
- The amount of iron in chocolate cake is higher than in mars.
- Mars covers your daily need for saturated fat, 31% more than chocolate cake.
- Chocolate cake contains 5 times more cholesterol than mars. While chocolate cake contains 58mg of cholesterol, mars contains only 12mg.
- Chocolate cake has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of chocolate cake is 41, while the glycemic index of mars is 62.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Cake, chocolate, prepared from recipe without frosting and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +87.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -56.8% |
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 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 FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +150% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
15.1 g
Carbs:
53.4 g
Water:
24.4 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1335.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +27.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +27.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.43 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.039 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.761 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.651 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -53.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +∞% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 5.43g | 11.651g | 28% |
| Copper | 0.207mg | 23% | |
| Choline | 128.4mg | 23% | |
| Selenium | 11.9µg | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.761g | 18% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 16% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.039g | 15% | |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 12mg | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 106mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.141mg | 12% | |
| Manganese | 0.28mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.61mg | 0.86mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 315mg | 136mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 7% | |
| Folate | 27µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.137mg | 7% | |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 6% | |
| Carbs | 53.4g | 72.4g | 6% |
| Fats | 15.1g | 19.32g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.304mg | 6% | |
| Calories | 371kcal | 475kcal | 5% |
| Potassium | 140mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 60mg | 90mg | 3% |
| Protein | 5.3g | 4.28g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.6g | 2g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 51.8g | 70.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 58.94g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.068mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.202mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.407mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.283mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.12mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.005g | N/A |
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
19%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
39%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mars is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 46mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 179mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate cake is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chocolate cake is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.221g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate cake is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate cake is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate cake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate cake is relatively richer in vitamins