Horse meat vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between horse meat and mars
- Horse meat has more iron, while mars has more calcium and fiber.
- Horse meat covers your daily need for iron, 52% more than mars.
- Horse meat contains 6 times more cholesterol than mars. While horse meat contains 68mg of cholesterol, mars contains only 12mg.
- Horse meat has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of horse meat is 0, while the glycemic index of mars is 62.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Game meat, horse, cooked, roasted 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 PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +484.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1025% |
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 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
28.14 g
Fats:
6.05 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
63.98 g
Other:
1.83 g
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +557.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3663.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +219.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +25.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.9 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.12 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.85 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 | -83.7% |
| 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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 3.16µg | 132% | |
| Iron | 5.03mg | 0.86mg | 52% |
| Protein | 28.14g | 4.28g | 48% |
| Saturated fat | 1.9g | 11.651g | 44% |
| Phosphorus | 247mg | 35% | |
| Zinc | 3.82mg | 35% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.84mg | 30% | |
| Selenium | 13.5µg | 25% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.33mg | 25% | |
| Carbs | 0g | 72.4g | 24% |
| Fats | 6.05g | 19.32g | 20% |
| Copper | 0.171mg | 19% | |
| Cholesterol | 68mg | 12mg | 19% |
| Calories | 175kcal | 475kcal | 15% |
| Potassium | 379mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 9% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 2g | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 8mg | 90mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.85g | 6% | |
| Magnesium | 25mg | 6% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.12g | 5% | |
| Sodium | 55mg | 136mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 0.5mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 70.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 58.94g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.349mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.262mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.334mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.232mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.398mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.623mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.157mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.458mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 1.081mg | 0% |
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
48%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
59%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mars is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horse meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horse meat contains less Sodium (difference - 81mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horse meat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.751g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horse meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Horse meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Horse meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)