Marshmallow vs. Nachos — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between marshmallow and nachos
- Nachos are richer than marshmallow in vitamin E, phosphorus, vitamin B6, vitamin K, selenium, fiber, potassium, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin E for nachos is 27% higher.
- Marshmallow contains less saturated fat.
- Marshmallow has a lower glycemic index than nachos.
Food types used in this article are Candies, marshmallows and Fast foods, nachos, with cheese.
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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 CopperCopper | +51.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -74.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +2000% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2000% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +7140% |
| Contains more IronIron | +226.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2050% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2375% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2237.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +405.9% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +12200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +13200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +707.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +7500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +7066.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +900% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +26300% |
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:
4.32 g
Fats:
21.5 g
Carbs:
34.91 g
Water:
37.4 g
Other:
1.87 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +132.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +140% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +10650% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +128% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +523.3% |
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
2.173 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
14.02 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.04 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -97.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +17425% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +10623.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Monounsaturated fat | 0.08g | 14.02g | 35% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 21.5g | 33% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.047g | 5.04g | 33% |
| Phosphorus | 8mg | 198mg | 27% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 4.08mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.003mg | 0.215mg | 16% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 19.3µg | 16% |
| Carbs | 81.3g | 34.91g | 15% |
| Selenium | 1.7µg | 8.6µg | 13% |
| Starch | 28.33g | 12% | |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 3.2g | 12% |
| Potassium | 5mg | 362mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.001mg | 0.123mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.001mg | 0.133mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 2mg | 42mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 0.056g | 2.173g | 10% |
| Sodium | 80mg | 313mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.005mg | 0.38mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.187mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.86mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.23mg | 0.75mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 63mg | 6% |
| Choline | 0.1mg | 26.4mg | 5% |
| Protein | 1.8g | 4.32g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.064mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.078mg | 0.63mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.07µg | 3% |
| Folate | 1µg | 10µg | 2% |
| Calories | 318kcal | 343kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 81.2g | 31.71g | N/A |
| Sugar | 57.56g | 2.17g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.058g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0mg | 0.042mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.035mg | 0.156mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.028mg | 0.187mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.066mg | 0.521mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.077mg | 0.156mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.015mg | 0.094mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.042mg | 0.229mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.05mg | 0.25mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.017mg | 0.135mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.617g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.343g | 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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24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
7%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Nachos is lower in Sugar (difference - 55.39g)
Which food is cheaper?
Nachos is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Nachos is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Nachos is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Marshmallow is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Marshmallow contains less Sodium (difference - 233mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Marshmallow is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.117g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Marshmallow is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)