Custard vs. Marshmallow — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between custard and marshmallow?
- Custard is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, calcium, vitamin D, and selenium, yet marshmallow is richer in copper.
- Custard's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 22% higher.
- Custard has a lower glycemic index than marshmallow.
We used Egg custards, dry mix, prepared with whole milk and Candies, marshmallows types in this comparison.
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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 | +700% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +4533.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +4040% |
| Contains more IronIron | +47.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1175% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1525% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +252.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +223.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +14.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +6000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +21900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +69.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +13880% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2033.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +800% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +11700% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.99 g
Fats:
4 g
Carbs:
17.6 g
Water:
73.45 g
Other:
0.96 g
Protein:
1.8 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
81.3 g
Water:
16.4 g
Other:
0.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +121.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1900% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +347.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +220% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +361.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.032 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.127 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.312 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.056 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.08 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.047 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1308.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +563.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.2% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.52µg | 0µg | 22% |
| Carbs | 17.6g | 81.3g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.22mg | 0.001mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 130mg | 8mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 139mg | 3mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.699mg | 0.005mg | 14% |
| Calories | 122kcal | 318kcal | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.032g | 0.056g | 9% |
| Selenium | 6µg | 1.7µg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.097mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 207mg | 5mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 52µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Fats | 4g | 0.2g | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 47IU | 0IU | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1.2µg | 0µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.061mg | 0.001mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.064mg | 0.003mg | 5% |
| Protein | 3.99g | 1.8g | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.51mg | 0.04mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 2mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.127g | 0.08g | 3% |
| Choline | 11.8mg | 0.1mg | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 1µg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.312g | 0.047g | 2% |
| Iron | 0.34mg | 0.23mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 17.6g | 81.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.82g | 57.56g | N/A |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sodium | 84mg | 80mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.06mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.007mg | 0.008mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.132mg | 0.078mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.082mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.207mg | 0.028mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.337mg | 0.066mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.214mg | 0.077mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.091mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.173mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.233mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.092mg | 0.017mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0g | 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
19%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
7%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Marshmallow is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 51mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Marshmallow contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Marshmallow is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.976g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Custard is lower in Sugar (difference - 52.74g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Custard is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Custard is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Custard is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Custard is relatively richer in vitamins