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Ostrich vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between ostrich and candy bar

  • Ostrich has more vitamin B12, selenium, and iron; however, candy bar is higher in vitamin B6, copper, manganese, vitamin E, and magnesium.
  • Candy bar covers your daily need for vitamin B6, 11727% more than ostrich.
  • Candy bar has less cholesterol.
  • The glycemic index of candy bar is higher.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Ostrich, tip trimmed, cooked and Candies, peanut 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 1.8% 32% 105% 51% 132% 108% 10% 2.5% 205%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 79% 23% 36% 36% 258% 107% 132% 20% 162% 26%
Contains more IronIron +187.6%
Contains more ZincZinc +23.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -48.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +697.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +340%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1200%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +12.4%
Contains more CopperCopper +409.2%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +22.7%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +6442.1%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 4.6% 0% 58% 67% 134% 79% 126% 781% 0% 11% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 82% 0% 25% 32% 149% 50% 35308% 0% 0% 56% 16%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +132%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +108.6%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +58.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +1682.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +10.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +27973.4%
Contains more FolateFolate +400%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
28% 3% 69%
Protein: 28.49 g
Fats: 2.57 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 68.51 g
Other: 0.43 g
16% 34% 47% 2%
Protein: 15.5 g
Fats: 33.7 g
Carbs: 47.4 g
Water: 1.6 g
Other: 1.8 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +83.8%
Contains more WaterWater +4181.9%
Contains more FatsFats +1211.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +318.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
41% 40% 18%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.97 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.44 g
15% 52% 33%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 4.678 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 16.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 10.65 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -78.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +1623.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +2320.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Ostrich Candy bar
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Ostrich Candy bar DV% diff.
Vitamin B6 0.545mg 153mg 11727%
Vitamin B12 6.25µg 0µg 260%
Copper 0.152mg 0.774mg 69%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.44g 10.65g 68%
Selenium 37.5µg 4.7µg 60%
Manganese 0.019mg 1.243mg 53%
Fats 2.57g 33.7g 48%
Monounsaturated fat 0.97g 16.721g 39%
Cholesterol 85mg 0mg 28%
Vitamin E 0.23mg 4.1mg 26%
Protein 28.49g 15.5g 26%
Iron 2.79mg 0.97mg 23%
Magnesium 25mg 110mg 20%
Calories 145kcal 522kcal 19%
Saturated fat 1g 4.678g 17%
Fiber 0g 4.1g 16%
Carbs 0g 47.4g 16%
Folate 15µg 75µg 15%
Vitamin B2 0.292mg 0.14mg 12%
Vitamin B1 0.232mg 0.1mg 11%
Vitamin B5 1.318mg 0.83mg 10%
Phosphorus 251mg 308mg 8%
Zinc 4.85mg 3.94mg 8%
Calcium 6mg 78mg 7%
Vitamin B3 7.143mg 7.922mg 5%
Choline 29.4mg 5%
Sodium 80mg 156mg 3%
Potassium 362mg 407mg 1%
Net carbs 0g 43.3g N/A
Sugar 0g 42.22g N/A
Tryptophan 0.254mg 0.149mg 0%
Threonine 1.25mg 0.52mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.354mg 0.534mg 0%
Leucine 2.315mg 0.986mg 0%
Lysine 2.516mg 0.545mg 0%
Methionine 0.796mg 0.185mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.176mg 0.787mg 0%
Valine 1.407mg 0.638mg 0%
Histidine 0.716mg 0.385mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Ostrich Candy bar
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
97%
Ostrich
2748%
Candy bar
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
Ostrich
88%
Candy bar

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ostrich
Ostrich is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ostrich
Ostrich contains less Sodium (difference - 76mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Ostrich
Ostrich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.678g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ostrich
Ostrich is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candy bar
Candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Ostrich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174488/nutrients
  2. Candy bar - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169585/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.