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Chocolate ice cream vs. Reese's pieces — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between chocolate ice cream and reese's pieces

  • Chocolate ice cream is higher in vitamin A; however, reese's pieces are richer in manganese, vitamin B3, copper, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin B1, and folate.
  • Reese's pieces' daily need coverage for saturated fat is 48% higher.
  • Reese's pieces have less cholesterol.

The food types used in this comparison are Ice creams, chocolate and Candies, REESE'S PIECES Candy.

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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 21% 33% 22% 35% 45% 16% 46% 9.9% 18% 14%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 63% 21% 32% 18% 137% 31% 89% 25% 143% 4.4%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +58%
Contains more IronIron +89.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -60.8%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +212.5%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +203.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +44.2%
Contains more CopperCopper +203.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +98.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +93.5%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +685.7%

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 2.3% 39% 6% 3% 11% 45% 4.2% 33% 13% 36% 0.75% 12% 12%
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% 0% 20% 0% 45% 51% 114% 37% 25% 14% 15% 41% 16%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +163.6%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +230%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +328.6%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +13.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +2581.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +10.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +100%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +1866.7%
Contains more FolateFolate +243.8%
Contains more CholineCholine +27.6%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
4% 11% 28% 56%
Protein: 3.8 g
Fats: 11 g
Carbs: 28.2 g
Water: 55.7 g
Other: 1.3 g
12% 25% 60% 2%
Protein: 12.46 g
Fats: 24.77 g
Carbs: 59.86 g
Water: 1 g
Other: 1.91 g
Contains more WaterWater +5470%
Contains more ProteinProtein +227.9%
Contains more FatsFats +125.2%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +112.3%
Contains more OtherOther +46.9%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
65% 31% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 6.8 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 3.21 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.41 g
72% 20% 8%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 16.42 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 4.46 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1.88 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -58.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +38.9%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +358.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Chocolate ice cream Reese's pieces
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Chocolate ice cream Reese's pieces DV% diff.
Saturated fat 6.8g 16.42g 44%
Manganese 0.14mg 1.1mg 42%
Vitamin B3 0.226mg 6.06mg 36%
Copper 0.135mg 0.41mg 31%
Fats 11g 24.77g 21%
Protein 3.8g 12.46g 17%
Calories 216kcal 497kcal 14%
Phosphorus 107mg 207mg 14%
Magnesium 29mg 88mg 14%
Vitamin A 118µg 0µg 13%
Vitamin B1 0.042mg 0.18mg 12%
Cholesterol 34mg 0mg 11%
Carbs 28.2g 59.86g 11%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.41g 1.88g 10%
Folate 16µg 55µg 10%
Vitamin B12 0.29µg 0.11µg 8%
Fiber 1.2g 3g 7%
Iron 0.93mg 0.49mg 6%
Zinc 0.58mg 1.15mg 5%
Sodium 76mg 194mg 5%
Vitamin E 0.3mg 0.99mg 5%
Vitamin K 0.3µg 5.9µg 5%
Vitamin B6 0.055mg 0.11mg 4%
Calcium 109mg 69mg 4%
Monounsaturated fat 3.21g 4.46g 3%
Potassium 249mg 359mg 3%
Selenium 2.5µg 0.8µg 3%
Vitamin B2 0.194mg 0.22mg 2%
Vitamin B5 0.554mg 0.61mg 1%
Vitamin D 0.2µg 0µg 1%
Choline 22.5mg 28.7mg 1%
Vitamin C 0.7mg 0mg 1%
Vitamin D 8IU 0IU 1%
Caffeine 3mg 0mg 1%
Net carbs 27g 56.86g N/A
Sugar 25.36g 53.25g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Chocolate ice cream Reese's pieces
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
17%
Chocolate ice cream
29%
Reese's pieces
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
Chocolate ice cream
56%
Reese's pieces

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 34mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reese's pieces
Reese's pieces is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate ice cream
Chocolate ice cream is lower in Sugar (difference - 27.89g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate ice cream
Chocolate ice cream contains less Sodium (difference - 118mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chocolate ice cream
Chocolate ice cream is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.62g)
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. Chocolate ice cream - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168809/nutrients
  2. Reese's pieces - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168764/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.