Coconut oil vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are coconut oil and mars different?
- Mars has more iron, calcium, and fiber than coconut oil.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for coconut oil is 354% higher.
- Mars has less saturated fat.
- Coconut oil has a lower glycemic index (0) than mars (62).
Oil, coconut and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies are the varieties 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 ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +8900% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1620% |
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 KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
99.06 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0.03 g
Other:
0.91 g
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +412.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +5566.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +152.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
82.475 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.332 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.702 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 | +∞% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.9% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 82.475g | 11.651g | 322% |
| Fats | 99.06g | 19.32g | 123% |
| Carbs | 0g | 72.4g | 24% |
| Calories | 892kcal | 475kcal | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.332g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.702g | 11% | |
| Iron | 0.05mg | 0.86mg | 10% |
| Protein | 0g | 4.28g | 9% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 90mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2g | 8% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 136mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 12mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.6µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 70.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 58.94g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.028g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Choline | 0.3mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.019g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.676g | 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).
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mars is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 70.824g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mars is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coconut oil is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Coconut oil is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coconut oil contains less Sodium (difference - 136mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Coconut oil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Coconut oil is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Coconut oil is relatively richer in vitamins