Monster energy drink vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Monster energy drink and candy bar different?
- Monster energy drink is higher in vitamin B12 and vitamin B2; however, candy bar is richer in vitamin B6, copper, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin E, magnesium, and folate.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for candy bar is 11705% higher.
Beverages, MONSTER energy drink, low carb and Candies, peanut bar are the varieties used in this article.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -51.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +405.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +18267.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
1.38 g
Water:
98.35 g
Other:
0.27 g
Protein:
15.5 g
Fats:
33.7 g
Carbs:
47.4 g
Water:
1.6 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +6046.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +3334.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +566.7% |
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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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.833mg | 153mg | 11705% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5µg | 0µg | 104% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.774mg | 86% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 10.65g | 71% |
| Manganese | 1.243mg | 54% | |
| Fats | 0g | 33.7g | 52% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.708mg | 0.14mg | 44% |
| Phosphorus | 0mg | 308mg | 44% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 16.721g | 42% |
| Zinc | 0mg | 3.94mg | 36% |
| Protein | 0g | 15.5g | 31% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 4.1mg | 27% |
| Calories | 5kcal | 522kcal | 26% |
| Magnesium | 0mg | 110mg | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 4.678g | 21% |
| Folate | 0µg | 75µg | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.83mg | 17% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.1g | 16% |
| Carbs | 1.38g | 47.4g | 15% |
| Potassium | 0mg | 407mg | 12% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0.97mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 4.7µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.1mg | 8% |
| Caffeine | 30mg | 0mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 0mg | 78mg | 8% |
| Choline | 0mg | 29.4mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 75mg | 156mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 8.333mg | 7.922mg | 3% |
| Net carbs | 1.38g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.38g | 42.22g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.149mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.534mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.986mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.545mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.185mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.787mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.638mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.385mg | 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
63%
2748%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
1%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Monster energy drink is lower in Sugar (difference - 40.84g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Monster energy drink contains less Sodium (difference - 81mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Monster energy drink is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.678g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Monster energy drink is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.