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Creamsicle vs. M&Ms Peanut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Important differences between creamsicle and m&Ms Peanut

  • Creamsicle has more fiber; however, m&Ms Peanut is richer in iron and calcium.
  • M&Ms Peanut's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 41% more.
  • Creamsicle contains 2 times more fiber than m&Ms Peanut. Creamsicle contains 7.5g of fiber, while m&Ms Peanut contains 3.7g.
  • Creamsicle contains less saturated fat.

The food varieties used in the comparison are Frozen novelties, Sugar Free, CREAMSICLE Pops and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Peanut Chocolate Candies.

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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 0% 6.9% 0% 1.1% 0% 0% 0% 0.78% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 49% 31% 31% 44% 168% 48% 81% 6.5% 87% 22%
Contains less SodiumSodium -88%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +343.5%
Contains more IronIron +3766.7%

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% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
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% 7.3% 57% 0% 16% 24% 63% 38% 21% 40% 7.5% 41% 20%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 12% 82% 2%
Protein: 1.37 g
Fats: 2.33 g
Carbs: 11.95 g
Water: 82.38 g
Other: 1.97 g
10% 26% 60% 2%
Protein: 9.57 g
Fats: 26.13 g
Carbs: 60.48 g
Water: 2.48 g
Other: 1.34 g
Contains more WaterWater +3221.8%
Contains more OtherOther +47%
Contains more ProteinProtein +598.5%
Contains more FatsFats +1021.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +406.1%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
100%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0 g
47% 37% 16%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 10.169 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.086 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.456 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -80.3%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Creamsicle M&Ms Peanut
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Creamsicle M&Ms Peanut DV% diff.
Copper 0.505mg 56%
Fats 2.33g 26.13g 37%
Saturated fat 2g 10.169g 37%
Manganese 0.664mg 29%
Phosphorus 190mg 27%
Calories 49kcal 515kcal 23%
Polyunsaturated fat 3.456g 23%
Vitamin B3 3.362mg 21%
Monounsaturated fat 8.086g 20%
Vitamin E 2.85mg 19%
Magnesium 69mg 16%
Zinc 1.76mg 16%
Carbs 11.95g 60.48g 16%
Protein 1.37g 9.57g 16%
Fiber 7.5g 3.7g 15%
Iron 0.03mg 1.16mg 14%
Folate 55µg 14%
Vitamin B12 0.32µg 13%
Vitamin B5 0.627mg 13%
Potassium 347mg 10%
Calcium 23mg 102mg 8%
Vitamin B2 0.106mg 8%
Selenium 4.1µg 7%
Vitamin B6 0.09mg 7%
Choline 37.3mg 7%
Vitamin B1 0.063mg 5%
Cholesterol 0mg 8mg 3%
Caffeine 10mg 3%
Vitamin K 3µg 3%
Vitamin A 22µg 2%
Sodium 6mg 50mg 2%
Net carbs 4.45g 56.78g N/A
Sugar 0.43g 50.75g N/A
Trans fat 0.328g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Creamsicle M&Ms Peanut
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
0%
Creamsicle
26%
M&Ms Peanut
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
1%
Creamsicle
57%
M&Ms Peanut

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
M&Ms Peanut
M&Ms Peanut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
M&Ms Peanut
M&Ms Peanut is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Creamsicle
Creamsicle is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Creamsicle
Creamsicle is lower in Sugar (difference - 50.32g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Creamsicle
Creamsicle contains less Sodium (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Creamsicle
Creamsicle is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.169g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Creamsicle
Creamsicle is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
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. Creamsicle - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170267/nutrients
  2. M&Ms Peanut - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169582/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.