Lamb vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between lamb and mars
- Lamb has more iron; however, mars has more fiber and calcium.
- Daily need coverage for cholesterol for lamb is 28% higher.
- Mars has 2 times less iron than lamb. Lamb has 1.88mg of iron, while mars has 0.86mg.
- Mars is lower in cholesterol.
- Mars has a higher glycemic index than lamb.
Food types used in this article are Lamb, domestic, composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/4" fat, choice, cooked 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 | +118.6% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.1% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +429.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
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 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +472.9% |
Contains more WaterWater | +3060% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Contains more OtherOther | +180.5% |
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Fats
~19.32g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -24.2% |
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 Cholesterol |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Sugar |
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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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Rich in minerals |
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Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B12 | 2.55µg | 106% | |
Selenium | 26.4µg | 48% | |
Vitamin B3 | 6.66mg | 42% | |
Zinc | 4.46mg | 41% | |
Protein | 24.52g | 4.28g | 40% |
Cholesterol | 97mg | 12mg | 28% |
Phosphorus | 188mg | 27% | |
Carbs | 0g | 72.4g | 24% |
Monounsaturated fat | 8.82g | 22% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.25mg | 19% | |
Choline | 93.7mg | 17% | |
Saturated fat | 8.83g | 11.651g | 13% |
Iron | 1.88mg | 0.86mg | 13% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.66mg | 13% | |
Copper | 0.119mg | 13% | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 10% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 1.51g | 10% | |
Potassium | 310mg | 9% | |
Calories | 294kcal | 475kcal | 9% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 8% | |
Fiber | 0g | 2g | 8% |
Calcium | 17mg | 90mg | 7% |
Magnesium | 23mg | 5% | |
Folate | 18µg | 5% | |
Vitamin K | 4.6µg | 4% | |
Sodium | 72mg | 136mg | 3% |
Fats | 20.94g | 19.32g | 2% |
Manganese | 0.022mg | 1% | |
Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
Vitamin E | 0.14mg | 1% | |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 0g | 70.4g | N/A |
Vitamin D | 2IU | 0% | |
Sugar | 0g | 58.94g | N/A |
Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
Tryptophan | 0.287mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 1.05mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 1.183mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 1.908mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 2.166mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.629mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.998mg | 0% | |
Valine | 1.323mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.777mg | 0% |
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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
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Mars is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food is cheaper?

Mars is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Lamb is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Lamb contains less Sodium (difference - 64mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Lamb is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.821g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Lamb is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Lamb is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Lamb is relatively richer in vitamins