Molasses vs. Reeses cups — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Molasses and Reeses cups
- Molasses have more Manganese, Iron, Vitamin B6, Magnesium, Potassium, Selenium, and Copper, however, Reeses cups have more Vitamin B3, and Phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for Manganese from Molasses is 67% higher.
- Reeses cups have 13 times less Selenium than Molasses. Molasses have 17.8µg of Selenium, while Reeses cups have 1.4µg.
- Molasses are lower in Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Molasses and Candies, REESE'S Peanut Butter Cups.
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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 | +290.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +162.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +326.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +290.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +102.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1171.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +341.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +419.4% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +29.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +570% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +290.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +5400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +382.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +166.2% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
10.24 g
Fats:
30.53 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
1.44 g
Other:
2.43 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +35% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1418.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +30430% |
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
10.73 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
13.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.5 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -99.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +40837.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +10900% |
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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| Calories | 290kcal | 515kcal |
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| Protein | 0g | 10.24g |
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| Fats | 0.1g | 30.53g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 74.73g | 51.76g |
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| Carbs | 74.73g | 55.36g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 6mg |
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| Magnesium | 242mg | 62mg |
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| Calcium | 205mg | 78mg |
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| Potassium | 1464mg | 343mg |
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| Iron | 4.72mg | 1.21mg |
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| Sugar | 74.72g | 47.17g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 3.6g |
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| Copper | 0.487mg | 0.24mg |
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| Zinc | 0.29mg | 1.28mg |
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| Phosphorus | 31mg | 161mg |
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| Sodium | 37mg | 357mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 56IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 0µg | 17µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.15mg |
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| Manganese | 1.53mg | 0mg |
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| Selenium | 17.8µg | 1.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.16mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.002mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.93mg | 4.49mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.62mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.26µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2µg |
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| Folate | 0µg | 50µg |
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| Choline | 13.3mg | 35.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.018g | 10.73g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.032g | 13.1g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 5.5g |
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| Fructose | 12.79g |
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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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
103%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Reeses cups is lower in Sugar (difference - 27.55g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Reeses cups is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Reeses cups is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reeses cups is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Molasses is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Molasses contains less Sodium (difference - 320mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Molasses is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 10.712g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Molasses is relatively richer in minerals