Cocoa bean vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are cocoa bean and mars different?
- Cocoa bean is higher than mars in iron and fiber.
- Cocoa bean covers your daily need for iron, 183% more than mars.
- Cocoa bean contains 15 times more fiber than mars. Cocoa bean contains 29.8g of fiber, while mars contains 2g.
- Cocoa bean is lower in saturated fat.
Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened, processed with alkali and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies types were used 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 CalciumCalcium | +23.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1704.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.1 g
Fats:
13.1 g
Carbs:
58.3 g
Water:
2.7 g
Other:
7.8 g
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +322.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +58.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +239.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +47.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +24.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.76 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.39 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.42 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 | -33.4% |
| 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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 3.607mg | 401% | |
| Iron | 15.52mg | 0.86mg | 183% |
| Manganese | 3.737mg | 162% | |
| Magnesium | 476mg | 113% | |
| Fiber | 29.8g | 2g | 111% |
| Phosphorus | 728mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 2509mg | 74% | |
| Zinc | 6.37mg | 58% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.46mg | 35% | |
| Protein | 18.1g | 4.28g | 28% |
| Selenium | 13.2µg | 24% | |
| Caffeine | 78mg | 20% | |
| Saturated fat | 7.76g | 11.651g | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.4mg | 15% | |
| Calories | 220kcal | 475kcal | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.39g | 11% | |
| Fats | 13.1g | 19.32g | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.118mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 9% | |
| Folate | 32µg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 19mg | 136mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 58.3g | 72.4g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.254mg | 5% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 12mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.42g | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 111mg | 90mg | 2% |
| Choline | 11.4mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.5g | 70.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.76g | 58.94g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.271mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.716mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.701mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.097mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.907mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.869mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.086mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.312mg | 0% |
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
20%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
343%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Mars is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cocoa bean is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cocoa bean is lower in Sugar (difference - 57.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cocoa bean contains less Sodium (difference - 117mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cocoa bean is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.891g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa bean is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cocoa bean is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cocoa bean is relatively richer in vitamins