Mars vs. Parmigiano-Reggiano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mars and parmigiano-Reggiano?
- Mars is richer in fiber, yet parmigiano-Reggiano is richer in calcium and vitamin A.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano's daily need coverage for calcium is 102% higher.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano contains less sugar.
- Parmigiano-Reggiano has a lower glycemic index than mars.
We used Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat 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 less SodiumSodium | -91.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1132.2% |
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 | +∞% |
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:
20 g
Fats:
20 g
Carbs:
1.37 g
Water:
50.6 g
Other:
8.03 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +5184.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +367.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2876.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +249.1% |
~equal in
Fats
~20g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.651 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
13.317 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.462 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -12.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 729mg | 104% | |
| Calcium | 90mg | 1109mg | 102% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.26µg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 136mg | 1529mg | 61% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.486mg | 37% | |
| Zinc | 3.87mg | 35% | |
| Selenium | 17.7µg | 32% | |
| Protein | 4.28g | 20g | 31% |
| Copper | 0.238mg | 26% | |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 88mg | 25% |
| Carbs | 72.4g | 1.37g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 160µg | 18% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.098g | 15% | |
| Calories | 475kcal | 265kcal | 11% |
| Magnesium | 38mg | 9% | |
| Fiber | 2g | 0g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 11.651g | 13.317g | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.325mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 125mg | 4% | |
| Manganese | 0.085mg | 4% | |
| Choline | 20.7mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.049mg | 4% | |
| Folate | 10µg | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.462g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 15IU | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.029mg | 2% | |
| Fats | 19.32g | 20g | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.114mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.17mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.86mg | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 70.4g | 1.37g | N/A |
| Sugar | 58.94g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.519mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.2mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.983mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.459mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.369mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.604mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.498mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.752mg | 0% |
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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40%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
121%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Parmigiano-Reggiano is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mars is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 76mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 1393mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mars is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.666g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mars is cheaper (difference - $1.2)