Mars vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Mars and Brown sugar?
- Brown sugar has less Fiber than Mars.
- Mars's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 58% higher.
- Brown sugar contains less Saturated Fat.
We used Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Sugars, brown types in this comparison.
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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 IronIron | +21.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3466.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +411.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35.5% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 475kcal | 380kcal |
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| Protein | 4.28g | 0.12g |
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| Fats | 19.32g | 0g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 70.4g | 98.09g |
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| Carbs | 72.4g | 98.09g |
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| Cholesterol | 12mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 9mg |
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| Calcium | 90mg | 83mg |
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| Potassium | 133mg |
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| Iron | 0.86mg | 0.71mg |
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| Sugar | 58.94g | 97.02g |
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| Fiber | 2g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.047mg |
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| Zinc | 0.03mg |
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| Phosphorus | 4mg |
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| Sodium | 136mg | 28mg |
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| Vitamin A | 167IU | 0IU |
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| Manganese | 0.064mg |
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| Selenium | 1.2µg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.132mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.041mg |
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| Folate | 1µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.131g |
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| Choline | 2.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 11.651g | 0g |
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| Fructose | 1.11g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
1%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mars is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.08g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mars is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brown sugar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 108mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 11.651g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brown sugar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brown sugar is relatively richer in vitamins