Ice cream sandwich vs. Twix — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are ice cream sandwich and Twix different?
- Ice cream sandwich is richer in copper, while Twix is higher in vitamin B12 and iron.
- Twix covers your daily need for saturated fat, 83% more than ice cream sandwich.
- Ice cream sandwich is lower in sugar.
- Ice cream sandwich has a higher glycemic index (61) than Twix (44).
Ice cream sandwich and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, TWIX Caramel Cookie Bars types were used 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 CopperCopper | +28.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -34.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +39.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +23.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +61.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +211.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +76.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +45.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +38.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +330% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +41.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +12% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +30.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +85% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +39.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +42.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +26.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +560% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +330.8% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +161.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.29 g
Fats:
8.57 g
Carbs:
37.14 g
Water:
48.9 g
Other:
1.1 g
Protein:
4.91 g
Fats:
24.85 g
Carbs:
64.8 g
Water:
4.23 g
Other:
1.21 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1056% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +14.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +190% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +74.5% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.661 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.272 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.988 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.628 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +261.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +12.3% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 2.317g | 18.96g | 76% |
| Fats | 8.57g | 24.85g | 25% |
| Calories | 237kcal | 502kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.05µg | 0.33µg | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.272g | 0.628g | 11% |
| Carbs | 37.14g | 64.8g | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 86µg | 20µg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.26mg | 0.81mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.254mg | 0.197mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 72mg | 105mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.381mg | 0.273mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.146mg | 0.208mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 1.3µg | 5.6µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.111mg | 0.155mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.1g | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.6mg | 1.06mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 198mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.566mg | 1.109mg | 3% |
| Folate | 34µg | 26µg | 2% |
| Choline | 8mg | 20.9mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.4mg | 0.74mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 3.1µg | 4.3µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 115mg | 186mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 106mg | 2% |
| Protein | 4.29g | 4.91g | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.209mg | 0.265mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.661g | 2.988g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Caffeine | 4mg | 7mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 37.14g | 63.7g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 27mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 18.57g | 48.25g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.028mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.342g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 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
14%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
28%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Twix is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Twix is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Twix is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Twix is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ice cream sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 29.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ice cream sandwich contains less Sodium (difference - 69mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ice cream sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.643g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)