Mounds candy bar vs. Kit Kat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between mounds candy bar and kit Kat
- Mounds candy bar has more manganese, copper, iron, fiber, and zinc, while kit Kat has more vitamin B12, vitamin B2, calcium, and vitamin B5.
- Mounds candy bar's daily need coverage for manganese is 37% higher.
- Kit Kat contains 12 times less zinc than mounds candy bar. Mounds candy bar contains 1.1mg of zinc, while kit Kat contains 0.09mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in kit Kat is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Candies, MOUNDS Candy Bar and Candies, KIT KAT Wafer Bar.
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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 | +48.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +39% |
| Contains more IronIron | +109% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +81.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1122.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +848% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +32% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +495.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +48.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -62.8% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +350% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +78.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +138.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +262.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +80.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +161.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +225% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +133.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +162.7% |
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:
6.51 g
Fats:
25.99 g
Carbs:
64.59 g
Water:
1.63 g
Other:
1.28 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +455.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +41.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +10.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +10.3% |
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Fats
~25.99g
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
17.953 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.844 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.895 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -12.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1398.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +539.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.948mg | 0.1mg | 37% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.56µg | 23% |
| Copper | 0.4mg | 0.22mg | 20% |
| Iron | 2.09mg | 1mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.39g | 5.844g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.058mg | 0.21mg | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 20.58g | 17.953g | 12% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 1g | 11% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 125mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.09mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.245mg | 0.64mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.049mg | 0.117mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 91mg | 135mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.02mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.14g | 0.895g | 5% |
| Starch | 10.6g | 4% | |
| Magnesium | 55mg | 37mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 145mg | 54mg | 4% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 6.51g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 24µg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 5.2µg | 3% |
| Choline | 11.8mg | 31mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 6.6µg | 5µg | 3% |
| Potassium | 321mg | 231mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 11mg | 3% |
| Folate | 6µg | 14µg | 2% |
| Calories | 486kcal | 518kcal | 2% |
| Carbs | 58.59g | 64.59g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.277mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Caffeine | 17mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Fats | 26.6g | 25.99g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.34mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 54.89g | 63.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 46.19g | 48.68g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.099g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.09mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.19mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.28mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.28mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.27mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.36mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.075g | N/A |
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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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
30%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.49g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mounds candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 50)
Which food is cheaper?
Mounds candy bar is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mounds candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kit Kat contains less Sodium (difference - 91mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kit Kat is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.627g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kit Kat is relatively richer in vitamins