Mars vs. Reeses cups — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Mars and Reeses cups
- Reeses cups have more Fiber than Mars.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Candies, REESE'S Peanut Butter Cups.
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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 | +15.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -61.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +40.7% |
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 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +198.2% |
~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:
10.24 g
Fats:
30.53 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
1.44 g
Other:
2.43 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +139.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +58% |
~equal in
Other
~2.43g
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
10.73 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
13.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.5 g
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~10.73g
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 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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 475kcal | 515kcal |
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| Protein | 4.28g | 10.24g |
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| Fats | 19.32g | 30.53g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 70.4g | 51.76g |
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| Carbs | 72.4g | 55.36g |
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| Cholesterol | 12mg | 6mg |
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| Magnesium | 62mg |
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| Calcium | 90mg | 78mg |
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| Potassium | 343mg |
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| Iron | 0.86mg | 1.21mg |
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| Sugar | 58.94g | 47.17g |
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| Fiber | 2g | 3.6g |
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| Copper | 0.24mg |
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| Zinc | 1.28mg |
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| Phosphorus | 161mg |
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| Sodium | 136mg | 357mg |
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| Vitamin A | 167IU | 56IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 17µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.15mg |
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| Selenium | 1.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 4.49mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.26µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2µg |
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| Folate | 50µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.131g | 0g |
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| Choline | 35.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 11.651g | 10.73g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 13.1g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.5g |
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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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Reeses cups is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Reeses cups is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.77g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Reeses cups is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.921g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Reeses cups is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is cheaper?
Reeses cups is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Reeses cups is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reeses cups is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 221mg)