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Mars vs. Cinnamon roll — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between mars and cinnamon roll?

  • Mars has less calcium and iron than cinnamon roll.
  • Mars has 2 times more sugar than cinnamon roll. Mars has 58.94g of sugar, while cinnamon roll has 25.7g.
  • Cinnamon roll has a lower glycemic index than mars.

We used Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Cinnamon buns, frosted (includes honey buns) 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.
Mars
1
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 27% 0% 32% 0% 0% 0% 18% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 10% 55% 9% 51% 21% 14% 56% 40% 38% 71%
Contains less SodiumSodium -55.4%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +103.3%
Contains more IronIron +59.3%

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
1
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 1.7% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 1% 0% 23% 0% 53% 32% 45% 20% 8.8% 20% 38% 54% 5.8%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +66.7%
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Mars
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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
4% 27% 49% 19%
Protein: 4.45 g
Fats: 26.61 g
Carbs: 48.6 g
Water: 18.98 g
Other: 1.36 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +49%
Contains more OtherOther +69.1%
Contains more FatsFats +37.7%
Contains more WaterWater +1016.5%
~equal in Protein ~4.45g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Mars
1
100%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 11.651 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0 g
50% 35% 15%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 12.649 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.723 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.676 g
~equal in Saturated fat ~12.649g

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mars Cinnamon roll DV% diff.
Polyunsaturated fat 3.676g 25%
Selenium 13µg 24%
Monounsaturated fat 8.723g 22%
Phosphorus 131mg 19%
Folate 72µg 18%
Vitamin B1 0.211mg 18%
Vitamin B3 2.404mg 15%
Vitamin K 15.2µg 13%
Manganese 0.292mg 13%
Fats 19.32g 26.61g 11%
Vitamin B2 0.138mg 11%
Calcium 90mg 183mg 9%
Carbs 72.4g 48.6g 8%
Vitamin E 1.15mg 8%
Vitamin B12 0.16µg 7%
Sodium 136mg 305mg 7%
Vitamin B5 0.337mg 7%
Starch 16.39g 7%
Copper 0.062mg 7%
Iron 0.86mg 1.37mg 6%
Saturated fat 11.651g 12.649g 5%
Zinc 0.53mg 5%
Fiber 2g 1.2g 3%
Potassium 102mg 3%
Magnesium 14mg 3%
Vitamin B6 0.038mg 3%
Choline 10.6mg 2%
Cholesterol 12mg 5mg 2%
Fructose 1.11g 1%
Calories 475kcal 452kcal 1%
Protein 4.28g 4.45g 0%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 0.3mg 0%
Net carbs 70.4g 47.4g N/A
Sugar 58.94g 25.7g N/A
Trans fat 0.131g 0.295g N/A
Tryptophan 0.068mg 0%
Threonine 0.176mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.226mg 0%
Leucine 0.41mg 0%
Lysine 0.215mg 0%
Methionine 0.104mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.264mg 0%
Valine 0.255mg 0%
Histidine 0.126mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.002g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.225g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.006g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 3.352g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Mars Cinnamon roll
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
0%
Mars
23%
Cinnamon roll
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
Mars
37%
Cinnamon roll

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 169mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mars
Mars is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.998g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cinnamon roll
Cinnamon roll is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cinnamon roll
Cinnamon roll is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.24g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cinnamon roll
Cinnamon roll is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is cheaper?
Cinnamon roll
Cinnamon roll is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cinnamon roll
Cinnamon roll is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cinnamon roll
Cinnamon roll is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Cinnamon roll - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167940/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.