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Macaroon vs. Milky way — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Macaroon and Milky way

  • Macaroon is richer in Fiber, Copper, Selenium, and Vitamin B6, yet Milky way is richer in Calcium, and Vitamin B12.
  • Daily need coverage for Saturated Fat from Macaroon is 40% higher.
  • Macaroon contains 7 times more Vitamin B6 than Milky way. Macaroon contains 0.096mg of Vitamin B6, while Milky way contains 0.014mg.
  • Milky way contains less Saturated Fat.

Food types used in this article are Cookies, coconut macaroon and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, MILKY WAY Bar.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 21% 1.5% 11% 31% 90% 20% 29% 31% 0% 37%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 14% 35% 11% 18% 49% 19% 29% 22% 19% 11%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +45%
Contains more IronIron +67.3%
Contains more CopperCopper +83%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +240%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +2200%
Contains less SodiumSodium -30.7%
~equal in Potassium ~124mg
~equal in Zinc ~0.69mg
~equal in Phosphorus ~67mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 3.8% 0% 5% 14% 4.1% 0% 22% 0% 2.8% 2.3% 5%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 2.3% 6.6% 18% 12% 12% 24% 2.9% 9.3% 3.2% 23% 9% 3% 9%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +42.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +585.7%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +368.4%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +130%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +71.7%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +227.3%
Contains more FolateFolate +33.3%
Contains more CholineCholine +81.3%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
3% 23% 61% 12% 2%
Protein: 3.02 g
Fats: 22.55 g
Carbs: 61.22 g
Water: 11.5 g
Other: 1.71 g
4% 17% 71% 6%
Protein: 4.01 g
Fats: 17.23 g
Carbs: 71.17 g
Water: 6.3 g
Other: 1.29 g
Contains more FatsFats +30.9%
Contains more WaterWater +82.5%
Contains more OtherOther +32.6%
Contains more ProteinProtein +32.8%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +16.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
89% 7% 4%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 20.099 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.81 g
83% 15% 2%
Saturated Fat: Sat. Fat 12.016 g
Monounsaturated Fat: Mono. Fat 2.23 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.26 g
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +211.5%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat -40.2%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat +38.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Macaroon Milky way
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Macaroon Milky way Opinion
Calories 460kcal 456kcal Macaroon
Protein 3.02g 4.01g Milky way
Fats 22.55g 17.23g Macaroon
Vitamin C 0mg 0.7mg Milky way
Net carbs 56.12g 70.17g Milky way
Carbs 61.22g 71.17g Milky way
Cholesterol 0mg 9mg Macaroon
Vitamin D 0IU 16IU Milky way
Magnesium 29mg 20mg Macaroon
Calcium 5mg 115mg Milky way
Potassium 123mg 124mg Milky way
Iron 0.82mg 0.49mg Macaroon
Sugar 45.16g 59.69g Macaroon
Fiber 5.1g 1g Macaroon
Copper 0.269mg 0.147mg Macaroon
Zinc 0.73mg 0.69mg Macaroon
Phosphorus 68mg 67mg Macaroon
Sodium 241mg 167mg Milky way
Vitamin A 0IU 110IU Milky way
Vitamin A 0µg 31µg Milky way
Vitamin E 0.19mg 0.89mg Milky way
Vitamin D 0µg 0.4µg Milky way
Manganese 0.147mg Milky way
Selenium 6.8µg 2µg Macaroon
Vitamin B1 0.02mg 0.046mg Milky way
Vitamin B2 0.06mg 0.103mg Milky way
Vitamin B3 0.22mg 0.154mg Macaroon
Vitamin B5 0.155mg Milky way
Vitamin B6 0.096mg 0.014mg Macaroon
Vitamin B12 0µg 0.18µg Milky way
Vitamin K 1.1µg 3.6µg Milky way
Folate 3µg 4µg Milky way
Trans Fat 0.206g Macaroon
Choline 9.1mg 16.5mg Milky way
Saturated Fat 20.099g 12.016g Milky way
Monounsaturated Fat 1.61g 2.23g Milky way
Polyunsaturated fat 0.81g 0.26g Macaroon

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Macaroon Milky way
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
5%
Macaroon
10%
Milky way
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
Macaroon
23%
Milky way

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Milky way
Milky way contains less Sodium (difference - 74mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Milky way
Milky way is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 8.083g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Milky way
Milky way is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.53g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Macaroon
Macaroon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Macaroon
Macaroon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Macaroon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171847/nutrients
  2. Milky way - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168756/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.