Mars vs. Hot chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between mars and hot chocolate?
- Mars is richer than hot chocolate in iron.
- Mars's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 51% more.
- Mars has 6 times more sugar than hot chocolate. While mars has 58.94g of sugar, hot chocolate has only 9.66g.
- The amount of saturated fat in hot chocolate is lower.
- The glycemic index of hot chocolate is lower.
We used Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Milk, chocolate beverage, hot cocoa, homemade types in this article.
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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 IronIron | +104.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +26.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -67.6% |
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 | +150% |
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:
3.52 g
Fats:
2.34 g
Carbs:
10.74 g
Water:
82.45 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +21.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +725.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +574.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +142.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +4750% |
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
1.431 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.677 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.084 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -87.7% |
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 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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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 11.651g | 1.431g | 46% |
| Fats | 19.32g | 2.34g | 26% |
| Carbs | 72.4g | 10.74g | 21% |
| Calories | 475kcal | 77kcal | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.49µg | 20% | |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.182mg | 14% | |
| Copper | 0.103mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.328mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin A | 51µg | 6% | |
| Zinc | 0.63mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 197mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 45IU | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.86mg | 0.42mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 6% | |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 5% | |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 5% | |
| Fiber | 2g | 1g | 4% |
| Sodium | 136mg | 44mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 3% | |
| Choline | 15.6mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.039mg | 3% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.677g | 2% | |
| Calcium | 90mg | 114mg | 2% |
| Protein | 4.28g | 3.52g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.084g | 1% | |
| Folate | 5µg | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.013mg | 1% | |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.133mg | 1% | |
| Caffeine | 2mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 70.4g | 9.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 58.94g | 9.66g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.03mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | 0.078g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.095mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.169mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.305mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.076mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.201mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.01g | 0% |
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
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15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hot chocolate is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hot chocolate is lower in Sugar (difference - 49.28g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hot chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 92mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hot chocolate is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.22g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hot chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
Hot chocolate is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hot chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hot chocolate is relatively richer in vitamins