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.
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Iron
+531.5%
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Phosphorus
+83.9%
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Potassium
+120.1%
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Sodium
-83.1%
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Calcium
+14.3%
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Iron
+531.5%
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Phosphorus
+83.9%
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Potassium
+120.1%
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Sodium
-83.1%
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Calcium
+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.
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Vitamin A
+19%
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Vitamin A
+19%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+18.2%
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Fats
+16.2%
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Other
+38.2%
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Water
+745.4%
Equal in Carbs - 59.51
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
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Protein
+18.2%
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Fats
+16.2%
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+38.2%
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+745.4%
Equal in Carbs - 59.51
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Monounsaturated Fat
+81.4%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 17.59
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 1.18
Saturated Fat:
18.519 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
9.54 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
1.092 g
Saturated Fat:
17.59 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
5.26 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
1.18 g
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Monounsaturated Fat
+81.4%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 17.59
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 1.18
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 54.17g | 54.51g |
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| Protein | 4.88g | 4.13g |
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| Fats | 31.28g | 26.93g |
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| Carbs | 61.17g | 59.51g |
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| Calories | 546kcal | 479kcal |
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| Sugar | 47.9g | 48.34g |
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| Fiber | 7g | 5g |
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| Calcium | 56mg | 64mg |
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| Iron | 8.02mg | 1.27mg |
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| Magnesium | 146mg |
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| Phosphorus | 206mg | 112mg |
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| Potassium | 559mg | 254mg |
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| Sodium | 24mg | 142mg |
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| Zinc | 2.01mg |
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| Copper | 1.028mg |
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| Manganese | 1.419mg |
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| Selenium | 3µg |
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| Vitamin A | 50IU | 42IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 2µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.54mg |
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| Vitamin C | 0.7mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.725mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.23µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.1µg |
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| Cholesterol | 8mg | 4mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.112g |
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| Saturated Fat | 18.519g | 17.59g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.54g | 5.26g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.092g | 1.18g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g |
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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
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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)