Mars vs. Chuck steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between mars and chuck steak
- Mars has more fiber and calcium; however, chuck steak is richer in iron.
- Chuck steak's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 25% more.
- Chuck steak contains less sugar.
- Mars has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of mars is 62, while the glycemic index of chuck steak is 0.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Beef, chuck eye steak, boneless, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +462.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +184.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.8% |
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:
24.98 g
Fats:
19.64 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
55.22 g
Other:
0.16 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1337.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +483.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3148.2% |
~equal in
Fats
~19.64g
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
8.66 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.457 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.81 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -25.7% |
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 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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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 3.03µg | 126% | |
| Zinc | 8.68mg | 79% | |
| Selenium | 27.5µg | 50% | |
| Protein | 4.28g | 24.98g | 41% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.663mg | 29% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.373mg | 29% | |
| Phosphorus | 193mg | 28% | |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 87mg | 25% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.457g | 24% | |
| Carbs | 72.4g | 0g | 24% |
| Iron | 0.86mg | 2.45mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.752mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.191mg | 15% | |
| Saturated fat | 11.651g | 8.66g | 14% |
| Choline | 79mg | 14% | |
| Calories | 475kcal | 277kcal | 10% |
| Potassium | 325mg | 10% | |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 9% | |
| Fiber | 2g | 0g | 8% |
| Calcium | 90mg | 16mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg | 6% | |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.81g | 5% | |
| Sodium | 136mg | 71mg | 3% |
| Folate | 6µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 5IU | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.012mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 1% | |
| Fats | 19.32g | 19.64g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 70.4g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 58.94g | 0g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | 1.287g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.281mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.099mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.062mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.009mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.184mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.709mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.951mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.129mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.809mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.041g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.004g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.619g | N/A |
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
0%
55%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
65%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mars is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 75mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chuck steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chuck steak contains less Sodium (difference - 65mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chuck steak is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.991g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chuck steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chuck steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chuck steak is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)