Reeses cups vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between reeses cups and candy bar?
- Reeses cups are higher in vitamin B12, yet candy bar is higher in vitamin B6, copper, manganese, vitamin E, zinc, vitamin B3, phosphorus, and magnesium.
- Candy bar's daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 11762% more.
- The amount of saturated fat in candy bar is lower.
We used Candies, REESE'S Peanut Butter Cups and Candies, peanut bar types in this article.
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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 IronIron | +24.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +77.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +18.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +222.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +207.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +91.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -56.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +235.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +20.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2633.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +27.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +76.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +33.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +152900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.24 g
Fats:
30.53 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
1.44 g
Other:
2.43 g
Protein:
15.5 g
Fats:
33.7 g
Carbs:
47.4 g
Water:
1.6 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +16.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +51.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +10.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +11.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.73 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
13.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.5 g
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 | -56.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +27.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +93.6% |
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 Sugar |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 153mg | 11762% |
| Copper | 0.24mg | 0.774mg | 59% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 1.243mg | 54% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.5g | 10.65g | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 10.73g | 4.678g | 28% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 4.1mg | 26% |
| Zinc | 1.28mg | 3.94mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.49mg | 7.922mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 308mg | 21% |
| Protein | 10.24g | 15.5g | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.26µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 62mg | 110mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 357mg | 156mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 13.1g | 16.721g | 9% |
| Folate | 50µg | 75µg | 6% |
| Selenium | 1.4µg | 4.7µg | 6% |
| Fats | 30.53g | 33.7g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.1mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.83mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.21mg | 0.97mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 55.36g | 47.4g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Caffeine | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.14mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 3.6g | 4.1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 17µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Potassium | 343mg | 407mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Choline | 35.4mg | 29.4mg | 1% |
| Calories | 515kcal | 522kcal | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 51.76g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Calcium | 78mg | 78mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 47.17g | 42.22g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.149mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.534mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.986mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.545mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.185mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.787mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.638mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.385mg | 0% |
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
24%
2748%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Reeses cups is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Candy bar is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.95g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 201mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Candy bar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.052g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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.