Mounds candy bar vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Mounds candy bar and Mars
- Mounds candy bar has more Iron, and Fiber, however, Mars has more Calcium.
- Daily need coverage for Saturated Fat from Mounds candy bar is 45% higher.
- Mars has 2 times less Iron than Mounds candy bar. Mounds candy bar has 2.09mg of Iron, while Mars has 0.86mg.
- Mars is lower in Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are Candies, MOUNDS Candy Bar and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +143% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +328.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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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:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +37.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +432.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +23.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +98.3% |
~equal in
Protein
~4.28g
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
11.651 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -43.4% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 486kcal | 475kcal |
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| Protein | 4.6g | 4.28g |
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| Fats | 26.6g | 19.32g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 54.89g | 70.4g |
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| Carbs | 58.59g | 72.4g |
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| Cholesterol | 2mg | 12mg |
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| Magnesium | 55mg |
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| Calcium | 21mg | 90mg |
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| Potassium | 321mg |
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| Iron | 2.09mg | 0.86mg |
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| Sugar | 46.19g | 58.94g |
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| Fiber | 3.7g | 2g |
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| Copper | 0.4mg |
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| Zinc | 1.1mg |
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| Phosphorus | 91mg |
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| Sodium | 145mg | 136mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 167IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 0.948mg |
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| Selenium | 6.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.049mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.058mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.277mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.245mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg |
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| Vitamin K | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 6µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.131g |
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| Choline | 11.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 20.58g | 11.651g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.39g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.14g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 10mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.75g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mounds candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is cheaper?
Mounds candy bar is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mounds candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mounds candy bar is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Mars is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 8.929g)