Milky Way vs. Butterfinger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Milky Way and butterfinger
- Milky Way is richer in calcium and vitamin B12, yet butterfinger is richer in vitamin B3, manganese, magnesium, vitamin B1, folate, vitamin E, and copper.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for butterfinger is 16% higher.
- Milky Way contains 5 times more vitamin B12 than butterfinger. Milky Way contains 0.18µg of vitamin B12, while butterfinger contains 0.04µg.
- Butterfinger contains less saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, MILKY WAY Bar and Candies, NESTLE, BUTTERFINGER Bar.
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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 | +219.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -27.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +140% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +77.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +61.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +31.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +44.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +44.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +233.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +45% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +350% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +63.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +93.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +163% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1620.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +138.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +392.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +600% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.01 g
Fats:
17.23 g
Carbs:
71.17 g
Water:
6.3 g
Other:
1.29 g
Protein:
5.4 g
Fats:
18.9 g
Carbs:
72.9 g
Water:
1.23 g
Other:
1.57 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +412.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +34.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +21.7% |
~equal in
Fats
~18.9g
~equal in
Carbs
~72.9g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
12.016 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.23 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.26 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
9.5 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.119 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.164 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -20.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +129.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1116.9% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.26g | 3.164g | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.154mg | 2.649mg | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.147mg | 0.49mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 12.016g | 9.5g | 11% |
| Calcium | 115mg | 36mg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.23g | 5.119g | 7% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 48mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.18µg | 0.04µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.046mg | 0.121mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.89mg | 1.72mg | 6% |
| Folate | 4µg | 28µg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.147mg | 0.193mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.155mg | 0.37mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 67mg | 97mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.014mg | 0.069mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 2g | 4% |
| Iron | 0.49mg | 0.79mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 167mg | 230mg | 3% |
| Protein | 4.01g | 5.4g | 3% |
| Potassium | 124mg | 220mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.103mg | 0.062mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Fats | 17.23g | 18.9g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 31µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.4µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Selenium | 2µg | 2.9µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 16IU | 0IU | 2% |
| Caffeine | 6mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 3.6µg | 2.2µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 71.17g | 72.9g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Calories | 456kcal | 459kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 70.17g | 70.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 59.69g | 45.9g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.206g | 0.04g | N/A |
| Choline | 16.5mg | 15mg | 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
10%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
34%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Milky Way contains less Sodium (difference - 63mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Butterfinger is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Butterfinger is lower in Sugar (difference - 13.79g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Butterfinger is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.516g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Butterfinger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Butterfinger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.