Chocolate vs. Almond joy — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between chocolate and almond joy?
- Chocolate is richer than almond joy in iron, phosphorus, potassium, fiber, and monounsaturated fat.
- Chocolate's daily need coverage for iron is 84% more.
- Chocolate has 2 times more potassium than almond joy. While chocolate has 559mg of potassium, almond joy has only 254mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in almond joy is lower.
We used Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids and Candies, ALMOND JOY Candy Bar types 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 PotassiumPotassium | +120.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +531.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +83.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14.3% |
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 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.88 g
Fats:
31.28 g
Carbs:
61.17 g
Water:
0.97 g
Other:
1.7 g
Protein:
4.13 g
Fats:
26.93 g
Carbs:
59.51 g
Water:
8.2 g
Other:
1.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +16.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +38.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +745.4% |
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Carbs
~59.51g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.519 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.54 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.092 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
17.59 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.26 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.18 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +81.4% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~17.59g
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~1.18g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 1.028mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 8.02mg | 1.27mg | 84% |
| Manganese | 1.419mg | 62% | |
| Magnesium | 146mg | 35% | |
| Zinc | 2.01mg | 18% | |
| Phosphorus | 206mg | 112mg | 13% |
| Caffeine | 43mg | 11% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.54g | 5.26g | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.23µg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 559mg | 254mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 7g | 5g | 8% |
| Fats | 31.28g | 26.93g | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 8.1µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.725mg | 5% | |
| Selenium | 3µg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 24mg | 142mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 4% | |
| Saturated fat | 18.519g | 17.59g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 546kcal | 479kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 2% | |
| Protein | 4.88g | 4.13g | 2% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 64mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 4mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 61.17g | 59.51g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.092g | 1.18g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 54.17g | 54.51g | N/A |
| Sugar | 47.9g | 48.34g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.112g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g | 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
9%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
116%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.44g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 118mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Almond joy is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Almond joy is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.929g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Almond joy is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Almond joy is cheaper (difference - $2)