Mars vs. Mackerel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between mars and mackerel
- Mars has more fiber; however, mackerel is richer in iron.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for sodium is 188% more.
- Mackerel contains less sugar.
- Mars has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of mars is 62, while the glycemic index of mackerel is 0.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Fish, mackerel, salted.
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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 | +36.4% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.9% |
Contains more IronIron | +62.8% |
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
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +332.2% |
Contains more FatsFats | +29.9% |
Contains more WaterWater | +2429.4% |
Contains more OtherOther | +482.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -38.6% |
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 Sodium |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Sugar |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 500% | |
Sodium | 136mg | 4450mg | 188% |
Selenium | 73.4µg | 133% | |
Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 126% | |
Vitamin D | 1006IU | 126% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 41% | |
Phosphorus | 254mg | 36% | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 32% | |
Protein | 4.28g | 18.5g | 28% |
Cholesterol | 12mg | 95mg | 28% |
Carbs | 72.4g | 0g | 24% |
Monounsaturated fat | 8.32g | 21% | |
Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 21% | |
Saturated fat | 11.651g | 7.148g | 20% |
Choline | 101.6mg | 18% | |
Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 16% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 15% | |
Potassium | 520mg | 15% | |
Magnesium | 60mg | 14% | |
Copper | 0.1mg | 11% | |
Zinc | 1.1mg | 10% | |
Calories | 475kcal | 305kcal | 9% |
Fats | 19.32g | 25.1g | 9% |
Fiber | 2g | 0g | 8% |
Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 7% | |
Iron | 0.86mg | 1.4mg | 7% |
Vitamin A | 47µg | 5% | |
Folate | 15µg | 4% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 2% | |
Calcium | 90mg | 66mg | 2% |
Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 70.4g | 0g | N/A |
Sugar | 58.94g | 0g | N/A |
Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g | 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%

172%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%

131%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Mars is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 83mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 4314mg)
Which food is cheaper?

Mars is cheaper (difference - $5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Mackerel is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Mackerel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.503g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins