Cinnamon roll vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cinnamon roll and mars?
- Mars has less calcium and iron than cinnamon roll.
- Cinnamon roll has 2 times more sodium than mars. Cinnamon roll has 305mg of sodium, while mars has 136mg.
- Cinnamon roll has a lower glycemic index than mars.
We used Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns) and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +103.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +59.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.4% |
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 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 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +66.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.45 g
Fats:
26.61 g
Carbs:
48.6 g
Water:
18.98 g
Other:
1.36 g
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +37.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1016.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +49% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +69.1% |
~equal in
Protein
~4.28g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
12.649 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.723 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.676 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.651 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +∞% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~11.651g
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.676g | 25% | |
| Selenium | 13µg | 24% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.723g | 22% | |
| Phosphorus | 131mg | 19% | |
| Folate | 72µg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.211mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.404mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin K | 15.2µg | 13% | |
| Manganese | 0.292mg | 13% | |
| Fats | 26.61g | 19.32g | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.138mg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 183mg | 90mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 48.6g | 72.4g | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.16µg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 305mg | 136mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.337mg | 7% | |
| Starch | 16.39g | 7% | |
| Copper | 0.062mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.37mg | 0.86mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 12.649g | 11.651g | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.53mg | 5% | |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 2g | 3% |
| Potassium | 102mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 3% | |
| Choline | 10.6mg | 2% | |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 12mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Calories | 452kcal | 475kcal | 1% |
| Protein | 4.45g | 4.28g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 47.4g | 70.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 25.7g | 58.94g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.295g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.068mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.176mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.226mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.41mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.104mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.264mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.255mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.126mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.225g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 3.352g | 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
23%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
37%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 169mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mars is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.998g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cinnamon roll is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cinnamon roll is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.24g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cinnamon roll is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is cheaper?
Cinnamon roll is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cinnamon roll is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cinnamon roll is relatively richer in vitamins