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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.

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 Calcium +462.5%
Contains more Iron +184.9%
Contains less Sodium -47.8%
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 5% 92% 16% 83% 29% 10% 237% 26% 2% 150%
Contains more Calcium +462.5%
Contains more Iron +184.9%
Contains less Sodium -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.
Mars
2
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Contains more Vitamin A +568%
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 2% 2% 3% 0% 17% 45% 88% 46% 87% 5% 379% 4%
Contains more Vitamin A +568%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +1337.5%
Contains more Protein +483.6%
Contains more Water +3148.2%
Equal in Fats - 19.64
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
25% 20% 55%
Protein: 24.98 g
Fats: 19.64 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 55.22 g
Other: 0.16 g
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +1337.5%
Contains more Protein +483.6%
Contains more Water +3148.2%
Equal in Fats - 19.64

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -25.7%
100%
Saturated Fat: 11.651 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0 g
46% 50% 4%
Saturated Fat: 8.66 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 9.457 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.81 g
Contains less Saturated 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.
Mars Chuck steak
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mars Chuck steak Opinion
Net carbs 70.4g 0g Mars
Protein 4.28g 24.98g Chuck steak
Fats 19.32g 19.64g Chuck steak
Carbs 72.4g 0g Mars
Calories 475kcal 277kcal Mars
Sugar 58.94g 0g Chuck steak
Fiber 2g 0g Mars
Calcium 90mg 16mg Mars
Iron 0.86mg 2.45mg Chuck steak
Magnesium 22mg Chuck steak
Phosphorus 193mg Chuck steak
Potassium 325mg Chuck steak
Sodium 136mg 71mg Chuck steak
Zinc 8.68mg Chuck steak
Copper 0.077mg Chuck steak
Manganese 0.012mg Chuck steak
Selenium 27.5µg Chuck steak
Vitamin A 167IU 25IU Mars
Vitamin A RAE 7µg Chuck steak
Vitamin E 0.1mg Chuck steak
Vitamin D 5IU Chuck steak
Vitamin D 0.1µg Chuck steak
Vitamin C 0.5mg 0mg Mars
Vitamin B1 0.066mg Chuck steak
Vitamin B2 0.191mg Chuck steak
Vitamin B3 4.663mg Chuck steak
Vitamin B5 0.752mg Chuck steak
Vitamin B6 0.373mg Chuck steak
Folate 6µg Chuck steak
Vitamin B12 3.03µg Chuck steak
Vitamin K 1.6µg Chuck steak
Tryptophan 0.281mg Chuck steak
Threonine 1.099mg Chuck steak
Isoleucine 1.062mg Chuck steak
Leucine 2.009mg Chuck steak
Lysine 2.184mg Chuck steak
Methionine 0.709mg Chuck steak
Phenylalanine 0.951mg Chuck steak
Valine 1.129mg Chuck steak
Histidine 0.809mg Chuck steak
Cholesterol 12mg 87mg Mars
Trans Fat 0.131g 1.287g Mars
Saturated Fat 11.651g 8.66g Chuck steak
Omega-3 - EPA 0.001g Chuck steak
Omega-3 - DPA 0.004g Chuck steak
Monounsaturated Fat 9.457g Chuck steak
Polyunsaturated fat 0.81g Chuck steak
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.006g Chuck steak
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.619g Chuck steak
Omega-3 - ALA 0.041g Chuck steak

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Mars Chuck steak
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
56%
Chuck steak
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
Mars
65%
Chuck steak

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mars
Mars is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 75mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chuck steak
Chuck steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chuck steak
Chuck steak contains less Sodium (difference - 65mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Chuck steak
Chuck steak is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.991g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chuck steak
Chuck steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chuck steak
Chuck steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chuck steak
Chuck steak is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)

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. Chuck steak - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171228/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.