Mounds candy bar vs. Caramel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between mounds candy bar and caramel?
- Mounds candy bar is richer in copper, manganese, iron, fiber, magnesium, and selenium, yet caramel is richer in vitamin B2, vitamin B12, and calcium.
- Mounds candy bar's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 91% higher.
- Caramel contains less saturated fat.
We used Candies, MOUNDS Candy Bar and Candies, caramels 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 | +223.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +50% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1392.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2122.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +150% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +8518.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +266.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +557.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +25.3% |
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 | +87.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +60.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +47.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +142.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +110.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +341.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +153.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +12.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
26.6 g
Carbs:
58.59 g
Water:
9.05 g
Other:
1.16 g
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
77 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +228.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +31.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +55.2% |
~equal in
Protein
~4.6g
~equal in
Water
~8.5g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.58 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.39 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.14 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.476 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.478 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -88% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +295.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2384.3% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 20.58g | 2.476g | 82% |
| Copper | 0.4mg | 0.018mg | 42% |
| Manganese | 0.948mg | 0.011mg | 41% |
| Fats | 26.6g | 8.1g | 28% |
| Iron | 2.09mg | 0.14mg | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.14g | 3.478g | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.058mg | 0.256mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 0g | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.3µg | 13% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 138mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 55mg | 17mg | 9% |
| Selenium | 6.6µg | 1.8µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.245mg | 0.62mg | 8% |
| Carbs | 58.59g | 77g | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.44mg | 6% |
| Calories | 486kcal | 382kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.049mg | 0.103mg | 5% |
| Caffeine | 17mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 145mg | 245mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 91mg | 114mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.39g | 1.542g | 3% |
| Potassium | 321mg | 214mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.056mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.46mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Folate | 6µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Choline | 11.8mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.277mg | 0.148mg | 1% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 4.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 54.89g | 77g | N/A |
| Sugar | 46.19g | 65.5g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1.8µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.417mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.205mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.115mg | 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
7%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Sugar (difference - 19.31g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mounds candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 100mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mounds candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is cheaper?
Mounds candy bar is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mounds candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.104g)
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.