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Mars vs. Balsamic vinegar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Mars and Balsamic vinegar

  • Balsamic vinegar contains less Calcium than Mars.
  • Mars's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 58% higher.
  • Balsamic vinegar contains 6 times less Sodium than Mars. Mars contains 136mg of Sodium, while Balsamic vinegar contains 23mg.
  • The amount of Saturated Fat in Balsamic vinegar is lower.

The food types used in this comparison are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Vinegar, balsamic.

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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 Calcium +233.3%
Contains more Iron +19.4%
Contains less Sodium -83.1%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 27% 33% 0% 0% 0% 18% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 9% 27% 9% 9% 10% 3% 3% 9% 18% 0%
Contains more Calcium +233.3%
Contains more Iron +19.4%
Contains less Sodium -83.1%

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.
Mars
2
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 11% 0% 0% 2% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +773.5%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Carbs +325.1%
Contains more Water +4397.1%
Contains more Other +162.2%
4% 19% 72% 2% 2%
Protein: 4.28 g
Fats: 19.32 g
Carbs: 72.4 g
Water: 1.7 g
Other: 2.3 g
17% 76% 6%
Protein: 0.49 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 17.03 g
Water: 76.45 g
Other: 6.03 g
Contains more Protein +773.5%
Contains more Fats +∞%
Contains more Carbs +325.1%
Contains more Water +4397.1%
Contains more Other +162.2%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Mars Balsamic vinegar
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mars Balsamic vinegar Opinion
Net carbs 70.4g 17.03g Mars
Protein 4.28g 0.49g Mars
Fats 19.32g 0g Mars
Carbs 72.4g 17.03g Mars
Calories 475kcal 88kcal Mars
Fructose 7.38g Balsamic vinegar
Sugar 58.94g 14.95g Balsamic vinegar
Fiber 2g Mars
Calcium 90mg 27mg Mars
Iron 0.86mg 0.72mg Mars
Magnesium 12mg Balsamic vinegar
Phosphorus 19mg Balsamic vinegar
Potassium 112mg Balsamic vinegar
Sodium 136mg 23mg Balsamic vinegar
Zinc 0.08mg Balsamic vinegar
Copper 0.026mg Balsamic vinegar
Manganese 0.131mg Balsamic vinegar
Vitamin A 167IU 0IU Mars
Vitamin C 0.5mg 0mg Mars
Cholesterol 12mg Balsamic vinegar
Trans Fat 0.131g 0g Balsamic vinegar
Saturated Fat 11.651g 0g Balsamic vinegar

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Mars Balsamic vinegar
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
1%
Mars
0%
Balsamic vinegar
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
Mars
9%
Balsamic vinegar

Comparison summary

Which food is cheaper?
Mars
Mars is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Sugar (difference - 43.99g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar contains less Sodium (difference - 113mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 11.651g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is relatively richer in minerals
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. Mars - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168814/nutrients
  2. Balsamic vinegar - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172241/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.