Mounds candy bar vs. Chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between mounds candy bar and chocolate
- Mounds candy bar contains less iron, copper, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, fiber, vitamin B12, zinc, and potassium than chocolate.
- Daily need coverage for iron for chocolate is 74% higher.
Food types used in this article are Candies, MOUNDS Candy Bar and Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids.
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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 SeleniumSelenium | +120% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +165.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +166.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +74.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +283.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +157% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +82.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +126.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -83.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +49.7% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +96% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +114.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +184.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +161.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +21.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +406.3% |
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:
4.88 g
Fats:
31.28 g
Carbs:
61.17 g
Water:
0.97 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +833% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +17.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +46.6% |
~equal in
Protein
~4.88g
~equal in
Carbs
~61.17g
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
18.519 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.54 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.092 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2346.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +680% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~18.519g
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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| Iron | 2.09mg | 8.02mg | 74% |
| Copper | 0.4mg | 1.028mg | 70% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.39g | 9.54g | 23% |
| Magnesium | 55mg | 146mg | 22% |
| Manganese | 0.948mg | 1.419mg | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 91mg | 206mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 7g | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.23µg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 20.58g | 18.519g | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 2.01mg | 8% |
| Caffeine | 17mg | 43mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 321mg | 559mg | 7% |
| Selenium | 6.6µg | 3µg | 7% |
| Fats | 26.6g | 31.28g | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.14g | 1.092g | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 8.1µg | 5% |
| Sodium | 145mg | 24mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 56mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.042mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.277mg | 0.725mg | 3% |
| Calories | 486kcal | 546kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.049mg | 0.025mg | 2% |
| Folate | 6µg | 2% | |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Choline | 11.8mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.54mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.245mg | 0.297mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.058mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 4.88g | 1% |
| Carbs | 58.59g | 61.17g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% | |
| Net carbs | 54.89g | 54.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 46.19g | 47.9g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.112g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g | N/A |
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%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
116%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.71g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mounds candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Mounds candy bar is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 121mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chocolate is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.061g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate 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.