Reeses cups vs. Mounds candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between reeses cups and mounds candy bar
- Reeses cups have more vitamin B3, folate, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and vitamin B1; however, mounds candy bar is richer in manganese, copper, iron, and selenium.
- Mounds candy bar's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 49% more.
- Reeses cups contain less saturated fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Candies, REESE'S Peanut Butter Cups and Candies, MOUNDS Candy 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 | +12.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +271.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +16.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +76.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +72.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +66.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -59.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +371.4% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +226.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +89.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1520.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +153.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +25% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +733.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +26.7% |
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:
4.6 g
Fats:
26.6 g
Carbs:
58.59 g
Water:
9.05 g
Other:
1.16 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +122.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +14.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +109.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +528.5% |
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Carbs
~58.59g
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
20.58 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.39 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.14 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -47.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3259% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3828.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 10.73g | 20.58g | 45% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.948mg | 41% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.5g | 0.14g | 36% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 13.1g | 0.39g | 32% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.49mg | 0.277mg | 26% |
| Copper | 0.24mg | 0.4mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.26µg | 0µg | 11% |
| Protein | 10.24g | 4.6g | 11% |
| Iron | 1.21mg | 2.09mg | 11% |
| Folate | 50µg | 6µg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 91mg | 10% |
| Selenium | 1.4µg | 6.6µg | 9% |
| Sodium | 357mg | 145mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 0.049mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.245mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 21mg | 6% |
| Fats | 30.53g | 26.6g | 6% |
| Choline | 35.4mg | 11.8mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.058mg | 4% |
| Caffeine | 7mg | 17mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 17µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 1.28mg | 1.1mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 62mg | 55mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.09mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 343mg | 321mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 55.36g | 58.59g | 1% |
| Calories | 515kcal | 486kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 51.76g | 54.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 47.17g | 46.19g | N/A |
| Fiber | 3.6g | 3.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 0.19mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 1.6µg | 0% |
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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%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
38%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Reeses cups is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.85g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reeses cups is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.98g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mounds candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 212mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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The foods have equal glycemic indexes ()
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.