Mars vs. Agave nectar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mars and agave nectar
- Mars has more iron, calcium, and fiber; however, agave nectar has more vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for mars is 58% higher.
- Agave nectar has 90 times less calcium than mars. Mars has 90mg of calcium, while agave nectar has 1mg.
- Agave nectar is lower in saturated fat.
- Mars has a higher glycemic index than agave nectar.
Food types used in this article are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies and Sweetener, syrup, agave.
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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 | +8900% |
| Contains more IronIron | +855.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.1% |
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 | +3300% |
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:
0.09 g
Fats:
0.45 g
Carbs:
76.37 g
Water:
22.94 g
Other:
0.15 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +4655.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4193.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1433.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1249.4% |
~equal in
Carbs
~76.37g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fructose | 55.6g | 70% | |
| Saturated fat | 11.651g | 0g | 53% |
| Fats | 19.32g | 0.45g | 29% |
| Vitamin K | 22.5µg | 19% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 17mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.234mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.165mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 0.86mg | 0.09mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.122mg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 90mg | 1mg | 9% |
| Protein | 4.28g | 0.09g | 8% |
| Folate | 30µg | 8% | |
| Calories | 475kcal | 310kcal | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 0.2g | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.98mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 136mg | 4mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.689mg | 4% | |
| Selenium | 1.7µg | 3% | |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 2% | |
| Copper | 0.009mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 8µg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 72.4g | 76.37g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 70.4g | 76.17g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 1mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 4mg | 0% | |
| Sugar | 58.94g | 68.03g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.01mg | 0% | |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 0% | |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | 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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23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
2%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mars is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.09g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Agave nectar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Agave nectar contains less Sodium (difference - 132mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Agave nectar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.651g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Agave nectar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Agave nectar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Agave nectar is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)