Kit Kat vs. Ginger ale — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between kit Kat and ginger ale
- Kit Kat is higher than ginger ale in vitamin B12, copper, phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, calcium, iron, vitamin B1, and selenium.
- Kit Kat covers your daily saturated fat needs 90% more than ginger ale.
- The amount of saturated fat in ginger ale is lower.
- The glycemic index of kit Kat is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Candies, KIT KAT Wafer Bar and Beverages, carbonated, ginger ale.
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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 | +3600% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +4066.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +23000% |
| Contains more IronIron | +455.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1122.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +80% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +669.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +4900% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.51 g
Fats:
25.99 g
Carbs:
64.59 g
Water:
1.63 g
Other:
1.28 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
8.76 g
Water:
91.23 g
Other:
0.01 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +637.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +12700% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +5496.9% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
10.6 g
Sucrose:
40.04 g
Glucose:
0.16 g
Fructose:
0.2 g
Lactose:
8.21 g
Maltose:
0.07 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
1.9 g
Glucose:
3.1 g
Fructose:
3.7 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +2007.4% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +1837.5% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +1750% |
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Galactose
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 17.953g | 0g | 82% |
| Fats | 25.99g | 0g | 40% |
| Calories | 518kcal | 34kcal | 24% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.56µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Copper | 0.22mg | 0.018mg | 22% |
| Carbs | 64.59g | 8.76g | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 135mg | 0mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.21mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.844g | 0g | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.64mg | 0mg | 13% |
| Protein | 6.51g | 0g | 13% |
| Calcium | 125mg | 3mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1mg | 0.18mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.117mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 37mg | 1mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 0.1µg | 9% |
| Potassium | 231mg | 1mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.895g | 0g | 6% |
| Choline | 31mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.1mg | 0.013mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Starch | 10.6g | 4% | |
| Vitamin K | 5.2µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 0g | 4% |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 3.7g | 4% |
| Folate | 14µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Caffeine | 14mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.5mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.34mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 54mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 63.59g | 8.76g | N/A |
| Sugar | 48.68g | 8.9g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.09mg | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.099g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.09mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.19mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.28mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.28mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.27mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.36mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.075g | 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
30%
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Kit Kat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kit Kat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kit Kat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Ginger ale is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ginger ale is lower in Sugar (difference - 39.78g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ginger ale contains less Sodium (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ginger ale is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.953g)
Which food is cheaper?
Ginger ale is cheaper (difference - $2.4)