Jerky vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Jerky and Mars
- Jerky has more Iron, however, Mars has more Calcium.
- Daily need coverage for Sodium from Jerky is 85% higher.
- Mars has 6 times less Iron than Jerky. Jerky has 5.42mg of Iron, while Mars has 0.86mg.
- Mars is lower in Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed 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.
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Iron
+530.2%
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Calcium
+350%
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Sodium
-93.5%
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Iron
+530.2%
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Calcium
+350%
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-93.5%
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.
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Vitamin A
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Vitamin C
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+675.7%
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Fats
+32.5%
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Water
+1274.1%
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Other
+197.4%
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Carbs
+558.2%
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+675.7%
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+32.5%
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+1274.1%
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+197.4%
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Carbs
+558.2%
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Equal in Saturated Fat - 11.651
Equal in Saturated Fat - 11.651
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 9.2g | 70.4g |
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| Protein | 33.2g | 4.28g |
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| Fats | 25.6g | 19.32g |
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| Carbs | 11g | 72.4g |
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| Calories | 410kcal | 475kcal |
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| Sugar | 9g | 58.94g |
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| Fiber | 1.8g | 2g |
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| Calcium | 20mg | 90mg |
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| Iron | 5.42mg | 0.86mg |
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| Magnesium | 51mg |
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| Phosphorus | 407mg |
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| Potassium | 597mg |
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| Sodium | 2081mg | 136mg |
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| Zinc | 8.11mg |
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| Copper | 0.227mg |
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| Manganese | 0.111mg |
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| Selenium | 10.7µg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 167IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.49mg |
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| Vitamin D | 11IU |
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| Vitamin D | 0.3µg |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.154mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.142mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.732mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.163mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.179mg |
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| Folate | 134µg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.99µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.3µg |
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| Cholesterol | 48mg | 12mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.131g |
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| Saturated Fat | 10.85g | 11.651g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 11.305g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.011g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Calories 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
34%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
111%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 1945mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mars is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 36mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Mars is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jerky is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.94g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Jerky is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.801g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jerky is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jerky is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jerky is relatively richer in vitamins