Mars vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Mars and Corn syrup
- Corn syrup contains less Fiber, Calcium, and Iron than Mars.
- Mars's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 58% higher.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Corn syrup is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Syrups, corn, dark.
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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 | +400% |
| Contains more IronIron | +132.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -12.3% |
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.
| 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 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
77.59 g
Water:
22.01 g
Other:
0.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +475% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1194.7% |
~equal in
Carbs
~77.59g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 475kcal | 286kcal |
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| Protein | 4.28g | 0g |
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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 | 77.59g |
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| Carbs | 72.4g | 77.59g |
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| Cholesterol | 12mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 8mg |
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| Calcium | 90mg | 18mg |
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| Potassium | 44mg |
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| Iron | 0.86mg | 0.37mg |
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| Sugar | 58.94g | 77.59g |
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| Fiber | 2g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.053mg |
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| Zinc | 0.04mg |
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| Phosphorus | 11mg |
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| Sodium | 136mg | 155mg |
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| Vitamin A | 167IU | 0IU |
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| Manganese | 0.1mg |
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| Selenium | 2.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.011mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.009mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.02mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.023mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.009mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.131g |
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| Choline | 13.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 11.651g | 0g |
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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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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
10%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mars is lower in Sugar (difference - 18.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 19mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mars is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Mars is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 11.651g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn syrup is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Corn syrup is relatively richer in vitamins