Fondant icing vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between fondant icing and mars
- Fondant icing contains less iron, calcium, and fiber than mars.
- Mars's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 58% higher.
- Mars contains 2 times less sugar than fondant icing. Fondant icing contains 88.9g of sugar, while mars contains 58.94g.
- Fondant icing has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of fondant icing is 43, while the glycemic index of mars is 62.
The food types used in this comparison are Candies, fondant, prepared-from-recipe 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 PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2900% |
| Contains more IronIron | +8500% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0.02 g
Carbs:
93.18 g
Water:
6.74 g
Other:
0.06 g
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +28.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +296.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +96500% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +3733.3% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0g | 11.651g | 53% |
| Fats | 0.02g | 19.32g | 30% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.86mg | 11% |
| Protein | 0g | 4.28g | 9% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 90mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 0g | 2g | 8% |
| Carbs | 93.18g | 72.4g | 7% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 136mg | 5% |
| Calories | 373kcal | 475kcal | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 12mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.016mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 93.18g | 70.4g | N/A |
| Potassium | 4mg | 0% | |
| Sugar | 88.9g | 58.94g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.003mg | 0% | |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.005mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 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).
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mars is lower in Sugar (difference - 29.96g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Fondant icing is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fondant icing contains less Sodium (difference - 125mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fondant icing is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.651g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fondant icing is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
Fondant icing is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fondant icing is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fondant icing is relatively richer in vitamins