Curry powder vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between curry powder and mars?
- Curry powder is richer than mars in iron, fiber, and calcium.
- Curry powder's daily need coverage for iron is 228% more.
- Curry powder has 27 times more fiber than mars. While curry powder has 53.2g of fiber, mars has only 2g.
- The amount of saturated fat in curry powder is lower.
- The glycemic index of curry powder is lower.
We used Spices, curry powder and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies types 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 | +483.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2120.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.8% |
| 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 CVitamin C | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| 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 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.29 g
Fats:
14.01 g
Carbs:
55.83 g
Water:
8.8 g
Other:
7.07 g
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +233.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +417.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +207.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +37.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +29.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.648 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.782 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.056 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 | -85.9% |
| 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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| Manganese | 8.3mg | 361% | |
| Iron | 19.1mg | 0.86mg | 228% |
| Fiber | 53.2g | 2g | 205% |
| Vitamin E | 25.24mg | 168% | |
| Copper | 1.2mg | 133% | |
| Vitamin K | 99.8µg | 83% | |
| Selenium | 40.3µg | 73% | |
| Magnesium | 255mg | 61% | |
| Phosphorus | 367mg | 52% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.648g | 11.651g | 45% |
| Calcium | 525mg | 90mg | 44% |
| Zinc | 4.7mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1170mg | 34% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.782g | 22% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.07mg | 21% | |
| Protein | 14.29g | 4.28g | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.26mg | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.056g | 20% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.176mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.2mg | 15% | |
| Folate | 56µg | 14% | |
| Choline | 64.2mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.105mg | 8% | |
| Calories | 325kcal | 475kcal | 8% |
| Fats | 14.01g | 19.32g | 8% |
| Carbs | 55.83g | 72.4g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 52mg | 136mg | 4% |
| Fructose | 0.79g | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 0.5mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.63g | 70.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.76g | 58.94g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.35mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.63mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.89mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.7mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.19mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.58mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.75mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.29mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.255g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.013g | 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
83%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
315%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Mars is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Curry powder is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Curry powder is lower in Sugar (difference - 56.18g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Curry powder contains less Sodium (difference - 84mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Curry powder is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.003g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Curry powder is lower in glycemic index (difference - 57)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Curry powder is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Curry powder is relatively richer in vitamins