Molasses vs. Mounds candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between molasses and mounds candy bar?
- Molasses are richer in vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, iron, manganese, selenium, calcium, and vitamin B5, yet mounds candy bar is richer in fiber.
- Mounds candy bar's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 103% higher.
- Molasses have 10 times more calcium than mounds candy bar. Molasses have 205mg of calcium, while mounds candy bar has 21mg.
- Molasses contain less saturated fat.
We used Molasses and Candies, MOUNDS Candy Bar 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 | +340% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +876.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +356.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +125.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +21.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -74.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +61.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +169.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +279.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +193.5% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +235.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +228.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +644.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +12.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +19.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2800% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
74.73 g
Water:
21.87 g
Other:
3.3 g
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
26.6 g
Carbs:
58.59 g
Water:
9.05 g
Other:
1.16 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +27.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +141.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +184.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +26500% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.018 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.032 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.58 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.39 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.14 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1118.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +180% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.018g | 20.58g | 93% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.09mg | 45% |
| Magnesium | 242mg | 55mg | 45% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 26.6g | 41% |
| Potassium | 1464mg | 321mg | 34% |
| Iron | 4.72mg | 2.09mg | 33% |
| Manganese | 1.53mg | 0.948mg | 25% |
| Selenium | 17.8µg | 6.6µg | 20% |
| Calcium | 205mg | 21mg | 18% |
| Fructose | 12.79g | 16% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.7g | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.245mg | 11% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 486kcal | 10% |
| Copper | 0.487mg | 0.4mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 31mg | 91mg | 9% |
| Protein | 0g | 4.6g | 9% |
| Zinc | 0.29mg | 1.1mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 37mg | 145mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 74.73g | 58.59g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.002mg | 0.058mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.93mg | 0.277mg | 4% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 17mg | 4% |
| Folate | 0µg | 6µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.19mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.049mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 1.6µg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.032g | 0.39g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.14g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 74.73g | 54.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 74.72g | 46.19g | N/A |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 11.8mg | 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
18%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
103%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Sugar (difference - 28.53g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mounds candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Mounds candy bar is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Molasses is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Molasses contains less Sodium (difference - 108mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Molasses is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 20.562g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Molasses is relatively richer in minerals
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.