Mars vs. Squid — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between mars and squid
- Mars has more fiber, while squid has more iron, vitamin A, calcium, and vitamin C.
- Squid's daily need coverage for iron is 125% higher.
- The amount of saturated fat in squid is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, cooked, moist heat.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -81.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1160.5% |
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 | +1600% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +1280% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +4314.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +658.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3495.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +46.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98% |
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 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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 5.4µg | 225% | |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 163% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.729mg | 133% | |
| Iron | 0.86mg | 10.84mg | 125% |
| Copper | 0.998mg | 111% | |
| Phosphorus | 580mg | 83% | |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 224mg | 71% |
| Protein | 4.28g | 32.48g | 56% |
| Saturated fat | 11.651g | 0.236g | 52% |
| Zinc | 3.46mg | 31% | |
| Fats | 19.32g | 1.4g | 28% |
| Sodium | 136mg | 744mg | 26% |
| Carbs | 72.4g | 1.64g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 203µg | 23% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.27mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 637mg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.9mg | 18% | |
| Calories | 475kcal | 158kcal | 16% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.189mg | 14% | |
| Manganese | 0.209mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 8.5mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 90mg | 180mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 0g | 8% |
| Folate | 24µg | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.268g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.017mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 70.4g | 1.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 58.94g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.162g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.364mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.398mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.414mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.287mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.427mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.733mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.164mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.419mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.624mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.078g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.132g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.012g | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Squid is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Squid is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.415g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Squid is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is cheaper?
Squid is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Squid is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Squid is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mars is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 212mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 608mg)