Mounds candy bar vs. Twix — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between mounds candy bar and twix
- Mounds candy bar has more manganese, copper, iron, fiber, and magnesium; however, twix is richer in vitamin B12, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, and calcium.
- Mounds candy bar's daily need coverage for manganese is 29% more.
- Mounds candy bar contains 3 times more fiber than twix. Mounds candy bar contains 3.7g of fiber, while twix contains 1.1g.
- Twix contains less saturated fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Candies, MOUNDS Candy Bar and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, TWIX Caramel Cookie Bars.
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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 | +103.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +72.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +158% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +103% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +247.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +53.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +404.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.4% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +260% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +289.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +216.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +258.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +300.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +250% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +333.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +77.1% |
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:
4.91 g
Fats:
24.85 g
Carbs:
64.8 g
Water:
4.23 g
Other:
1.21 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +113.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +10.6% |
~equal in
Protein
~4.91g
~equal in
Fats
~24.85g
~equal in
Other
~1.21g
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
18.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.988 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.628 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +666.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +348.6% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~18.96g
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 | 0.273mg | 29% |
| Copper | 0.4mg | 0.197mg | 23% |
| Iron | 2.09mg | 0.81mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.33µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.058mg | 0.208mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 1.1g | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.049mg | 0.155mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 106mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 20.58g | 18.96g | 7% |
| Magnesium | 55mg | 27mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.39g | 2.988g | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.277mg | 1.109mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.025mg | 5% |
| Folate | 6µg | 26µg | 5% |
| Potassium | 321mg | 186mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.74mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 6.6µg | 4.3µg | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 5.6µg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.14g | 0.628g | 3% |
| Fats | 26.6g | 24.85g | 3% |
| Caffeine | 17mg | 7mg | 3% |
| Choline | 11.8mg | 20.9mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 20µg | 2% |
| Sodium | 145mg | 198mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 91mg | 105mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 58.59g | 64.8g | 2% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 4.91g | 1% |
| Calories | 486kcal | 502kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0.6mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 54.89g | 63.7g | N/A |
| Sugar | 46.19g | 48.25g | N/A |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 1.06mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.245mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.342g | 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%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
32%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Twix is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.62g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Twix is relatively richer in vitamins
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 - 2.06g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mounds candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 53mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mounds candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mounds candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)