Reese's pieces vs. Caramel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between reese's pieces and caramel
- Reese's pieces have more manganese, copper, vitamin B3, magnesium, phosphorus, folate, and fiber; however, caramel is higher in vitamin B12 and calcium.
- Reese's pieces cover your daily saturated fat needs 70% more than caramel.
- Caramel has less saturated fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Candies, REESE'S PIECES Candy and Candies, caramels.
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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 | +417.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +67.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +250% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2177.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +161.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +81.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +9900% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +125% |
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 | +115.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +74.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3994.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +96.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +227.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1275% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +258.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +16.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +172.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.46 g
Fats:
24.77 g
Carbs:
59.86 g
Water:
1 g
Other:
1.91 g
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
77 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +170.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +205.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +28.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +750% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
16.42 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.46 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.88 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.476 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.478 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +189.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -84.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +85% |
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 | 16.42g | 2.476g | 63% |
| Manganese | 1.1mg | 0.011mg | 47% |
| Copper | 0.41mg | 0.018mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.06mg | 0.148mg | 37% |
| Fats | 24.77g | 8.1g | 26% |
| Magnesium | 88mg | 17mg | 17% |
| Protein | 12.46g | 4.6g | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 207mg | 114mg | 13% |
| Folate | 55µg | 4µg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 0g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.88g | 3.478g | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0.3µg | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.46g | 1.542g | 7% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 138mg | 7% |
| Calories | 497kcal | 382kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.18mg | 0.103mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.15mg | 0.44mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 59.86g | 77g | 6% |
| Choline | 28.7mg | 8mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 359mg | 214mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.99mg | 0.46mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.49mg | 0.14mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0.056mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.22mg | 0.256mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 1.8µg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 194mg | 245mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 1.8µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 12µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.4mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 56.86g | 77g | N/A |
| Sugar | 53.25g | 65.5g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.61mg | 0.62mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.417mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.205mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.115mg | 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
29%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
56%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Reese's pieces is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Reese's pieces is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.25g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Reese's pieces contains less Sodium (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Reese's pieces is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is cheaper?
Reese's pieces is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Reese's pieces is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Caramel is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 13.944g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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