Mars vs. Prunes — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between mars and prunes
- The amount of fiber and vitamin A in prunes is higher than in mars.
- Mars covers your daily need for saturated fat, 58% more than prunes.
- Mars contains 68 times more sodium than prunes. While mars contains 136mg of sodium, prunes contain only 2mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in prunes is lower.
- Prunes have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of prunes is 29, while the glycemic index of mars is 62.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Plums, dried (prunes), uncooked.
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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 | +109.3% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.5% |
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 | +20% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more ProteinProtein | +96.3% |
Contains more FatsFats | +4984.2% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.3% |
Contains more WaterWater | +1718.8% |
Contains more OtherOther | +14.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.2% |
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 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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Rich in minerals |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in price | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Saturated fat | 11.651g | 0.088g | 53% |
Vitamin K | 59.5µg | 50% | |
Copper | 0.281mg | 31% | |
Fats | 19.32g | 0.38g | 29% |
Potassium | 732mg | 22% | |
Fiber | 2g | 7.1g | 20% |
Fructose | 12.45g | 16% | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.205mg | 16% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.186mg | 14% | |
Manganese | 0.299mg | 13% | |
Vitamin B3 | 1.882mg | 12% | |
Calories | 475kcal | 240kcal | 12% |
Phosphorus | 69mg | 10% | |
Magnesium | 41mg | 10% | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.422mg | 8% | |
Sodium | 136mg | 2mg | 6% |
Calcium | 90mg | 43mg | 5% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 4% | |
Zinc | 0.44mg | 4% | |
Vitamin A | 39µg | 4% | |
Protein | 4.28g | 2.18g | 4% |
Cholesterol | 12mg | 0mg | 4% |
Vitamin E | 0.43mg | 3% | |
Carbs | 72.4g | 63.88g | 3% |
Starch | 5.11g | 2% | |
Choline | 10.1mg | 2% | |
Iron | 0.86mg | 0.93mg | 1% |
Folate | 4µg | 1% | |
Selenium | 0.3µg | 1% | |
Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0.6mg | 0% |
Net carbs | 70.4g | 56.78g | N/A |
Sugar | 58.94g | 38.13g | N/A |
Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.053g | 0% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.062g | 0% | |
Tryptophan | 0.025mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.049mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.041mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.05mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.052mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.056mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.027mg | 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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26%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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32%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Prunes is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Prunes is lower in Sugar (difference - 20.81g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Prunes contains less Sodium (difference - 134mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Prunes is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.563g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Prunes is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is richer in minerals?

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

Prunes is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)