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M&Ms Peanut vs. Reeses cups — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Significant differences between m&Ms Peanut and reeses cups

  • M&Ms Peanut is richer in copper, manganese, and vitamin E, while reeses cups are higher in vitamin B1 and vitamin B3.
  • M&Ms Peanut covers your daily copper needs 29% more than reeses cups.
  • M&Ms Peanut is lower in sodium.

Specific food types used in this comparison are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Peanut Chocolate Candies and Candies, REESE'S Peanut Butter Cups.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 49% 31% 31% 44% 168% 48% 81% 6.5% 87% 22%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 44% 23% 30% 45% 80% 35% 69% 47% 0% 7.6%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +11.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +30.8%
Contains more CopperCopper +110.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +37.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +18%
Contains less SodiumSodium -86%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +192.9%
~equal in Potassium ~343mg
~equal in Iron ~1.21mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 7.3% 57% 0% 16% 24% 63% 38% 21% 40% 7.5% 41% 20%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 1% 5.7% 3% 0% 40% 25% 84% 37% 23% 33% 5% 38% 19%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +29.4%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +1800%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +23.1%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +50%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +154%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +33.6%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +11.1%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B2 ~0.11mg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~0.62mg
~equal in Folate ~50µg
~equal in Choline ~35.4mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
10% 26% 60% 2%
Protein: 9.57 g
Fats: 26.13 g
Carbs: 60.48 g
Water: 2.48 g
Other: 1.34 g
10% 31% 55% 2%
Protein: 10.24 g
Fats: 30.53 g
Carbs: 55.36 g
Water: 1.44 g
Other: 2.43 g
Contains more WaterWater +72.2%
Contains more FatsFats +16.8%
Contains more OtherOther +81.3%
~equal in Protein ~10.24g
~equal in Carbs ~55.36g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
47% 37% 16%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 10.169 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.086 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.456 g
37% 45% 19%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 10.73 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 13.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 5.5 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +62%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +59.1%
~equal in Saturated fat ~10.73g

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
M&Ms Peanut Reeses cups
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient M&Ms Peanut Reeses cups DV% diff.
Manganese 0.664mg 0mg 29%
Copper 0.505mg 0.24mg 29%
Vitamin E 2.85mg 0.15mg 18%
Polyunsaturated fat 3.456g 5.5g 14%
Sodium 50mg 357mg 13%
Monounsaturated fat 8.086g 13.1g 13%
Vitamin B1 0.063mg 0.16mg 8%
Fats 26.13g 30.53g 7%
Vitamin B3 3.362mg 4.49mg 7%
Selenium 4.1µg 1.4µg 5%
Zinc 1.76mg 1.28mg 4%
Phosphorus 190mg 161mg 4%
Vitamin B12 0.32µg 0.26µg 3%
Saturated fat 10.169g 10.73g 3%
Magnesium 69mg 62mg 2%
Carbs 60.48g 55.36g 2%
Calcium 102mg 78mg 2%
Caffeine 10mg 7mg 1%
Vitamin B6 0.09mg 0.1mg 1%
Folate 55µg 50µg 1%
Vitamin K 3µg 2µg 1%
Vitamin A 22µg 17µg 1%
Protein 9.57g 10.24g 1%
Iron 1.16mg 1.21mg 1%
Cholesterol 8mg 6mg 1%
Calories 515kcal 515kcal 0%
Vitamin C 0mg 0.3mg 0%
Net carbs 56.78g 51.76g N/A
Potassium 347mg 343mg 0%
Sugar 50.75g 47.17g N/A
Fiber 3.7g 3.6g 0%
Vitamin B2 0.106mg 0.11mg 0%
Vitamin B5 0.627mg 0.62mg 0%
Trans fat 0.328g 0g N/A
Choline 37.3mg 35.4mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
M&Ms Peanut Reeses cups
Low Calories diet Equal
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
26%
M&Ms Peanut
24%
Reeses cups
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
57%
M&Ms Peanut
38%
Reeses cups

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Reeses cups
Reeses cups is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Reeses cups
Reeses cups is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.58g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Reeses cups
Reeses cups is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food contains less Sodium?
M&Ms Peanut
M&Ms Peanut contains less Sodium (difference - 307mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
M&Ms Peanut
M&Ms Peanut is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.561g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
M&Ms Peanut
M&Ms Peanut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. M&Ms Peanut - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169582/nutrients
  2. Reeses cups - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168763/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.