Marshmallow vs. Fudge — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between marshmallow and fudge?
- Marshmallow has less copper, iron, manganese, zinc, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin B2, and fiber than fudge.
- Fudge's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 32% higher.
- Marshmallow contains less saturated fat.
- Fudge has a lower glycemic index than marshmallow.
We used Candies, marshmallows and Candies, fudge, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe types in this comparison.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +1700% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1533.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2580% |
| Contains more IronIron | +669.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +239.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2675% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +787.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -43.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5175% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +47.1% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +8400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +125.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +2700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +9900% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.8 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
81.3 g
Water:
16.4 g
Other:
0.3 g
Protein:
2.39 g
Fats:
10.41 g
Carbs:
76.44 g
Water:
9.81 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +67.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +32.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5105% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +216.7% |
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Carbs
~76.44g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.056 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.08 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.047 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.448 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.943 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.373 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3578.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +693.6% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.056g | 6.448g | 29% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.329mg | 26% |
| Iron | 0.23mg | 1.77mg | 19% |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.422mg | 18% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 10.41g | 16% |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 1.11mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 8mg | 71mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 36mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.08g | 2.943g | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.001mg | 0.085mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 1.7g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 44µg | 5% |
| Calories | 318kcal | 411kcal | 5% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 49mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 14mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.09µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 5mg | 134mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.005mg | 0.14mg | 3% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 80mg | 45mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.047g | 0.373g | 2% |
| Carbs | 81.3g | 76.44g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.001mg | 0.026mg | 2% |
| Choline | 0.1mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.4µg | 1% |
| Folate | 1µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.003mg | 0.012mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.078mg | 0.176mg | 1% |
| Protein | 1.8g | 2.39g | 1% |
| Selenium | 1.7µg | 2.5µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.18mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 81.2g | 74.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 57.56g | 73.12g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.165g | N/A | |
| Threonine | 0.035mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.015mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.05mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.017mg | 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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6%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
7%
36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Marshmallow is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Marshmallow is lower in Sugar (difference - 15.56g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Marshmallow is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.392g)
Which food is cheaper?
Marshmallow is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fudge contains less Sodium (difference - 35mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fudge is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fudge is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fudge is relatively richer in vitamins