Drinking water vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between drinking water and mars
- The amount of iron, calcium, and fiber in mars is higher than in drinking water.
- Mars covers your daily need for saturated fat, 58% more than drinking water.
- The amount of sodium in drinking water is lower.
- Drinking water has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of drinking water is 0, while the glycemic index of mars is 62.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Beverages, water, tap, drinking and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2900% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
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 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
99.9 g
Other:
0.1 g
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +5776.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +2200% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0g | 11.651g | 53% |
| Fats | 0g | 19.32g | 30% |
| Carbs | 0g | 72.4g | 24% |
| Calories | 0kcal | 475kcal | 24% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0.86mg | 11% |
| Protein | 0g | 4.28g | 9% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 90mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2g | 8% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 136mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 12mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.01mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 70.4g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 1mg | 0% | |
| Sugar | 0g | 58.94g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.131g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Drinking water is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Drinking water is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Drinking water contains less Sodium (difference - 132mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Drinking water is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.651g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Drinking water is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is cheaper?
Drinking water is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Drinking water is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Drinking water is relatively richer in vitamins