Mars vs. Mounds candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Mars and Mounds candy bar
- Mars has more Calcium, however, Mounds candy bar has more Iron, and Fiber.
- Daily need coverage for Saturated Fat from Mounds candy bar is 45% higher.
- Mounds candy bar has 4 times less Calcium than Mars. Mars has 90mg of Calcium, while Mounds candy bar has 21mg.
- Mounds candy bar is lower in Sugar.
Food types used in this article are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Candies, MOUNDS Candy Bar.
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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 | +328.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +143% |
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 | +25% |
| 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:
4.6 g
Fats:
26.6 g
Carbs:
58.59 g
Water:
9.05 g
Other:
1.16 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +23.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +98.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +37.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +432.4% |
~equal in
Protein
~4.6g
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
20.58 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.39 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.14 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -43.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 475kcal | 486kcal |
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| Protein | 4.28g | 4.6g |
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| Fats | 19.32g | 26.6g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 70.4g | 54.89g |
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| Carbs | 72.4g | 58.59g |
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| Cholesterol | 12mg | 2mg |
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| Magnesium | 55mg |
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| Calcium | 90mg | 21mg |
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| Potassium | 321mg |
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| Iron | 0.86mg | 2.09mg |
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| Sugar | 58.94g | 46.19g |
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| Fiber | 2g | 3.7g |
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| Copper | 0.4mg |
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| Zinc | 1.1mg |
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| Phosphorus | 91mg |
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| Sodium | 136mg | 145mg |
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| Vitamin A | 167IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 0.948mg |
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| Selenium | 6.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.049mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.058mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.277mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.245mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 6µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.131g |
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| Choline | 11.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 11.651g | 20.58g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.39g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.14g |
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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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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
1%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.75g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mounds candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is cheaper?
Mounds candy bar is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mounds candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mounds candy bar is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mars is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 8.929g)