Reese's pieces vs. Starburst — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Reese's pieces and Starburst?
- Reese's pieces are higher in Manganese, Copper, Vitamin B3, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, and Folate, yet Starburst is higher in Vitamin C.
- Starburst's daily need coverage for Vitamin C is 65% more.
- Reese's pieces have 1212 times more Vitamin B3 than Starburst. While Reese's pieces have 6.06mg of Vitamin B3, Starburst has only 0.005mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Starburst is lower.
We used Candies, REESE'S PIECES Candy and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, STARBURST Fruit Chews, Original fruits 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +8700% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +17850% |
| Contains more IronIron | +4800% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3316.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +4040% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +7233.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99% |
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 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +17900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +10900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +121100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1642.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +181% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +5400% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
0.41 g
Fats:
8.21 g
Carbs:
82.57 g
Water:
8.51 g
Other:
0.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2939% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +201.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +536.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +37.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +751% |
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
7.778 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -52.6% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 497kcal | 408kcal |
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| Protein | 12.46g | 0.41g |
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| Fats | 24.77g | 8.21g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 58.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 56.86g | 82.57g |
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| Carbs | 59.86g | 82.57g |
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| Magnesium | 88mg | 1mg |
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| Calcium | 69mg | 0mg |
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| Potassium | 359mg | 2mg |
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| Iron | 0.49mg | 0.01mg |
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| Sugar | 53.25g | 58.12g |
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| Fiber | 3g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.41mg | 0.012mg |
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| Zinc | 1.15mg | 0mg |
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| Phosphorus | 207mg | 5mg |
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| Sodium | 194mg | 2mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 1IU |
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| Vitamin E | 0.99mg | 0.33mg |
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| Manganese | 1.1mg | 0.015mg |
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| Selenium | 0.8µg | 0.8µg | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.18mg | 0.001mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.22mg | 0.002mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 6.06mg | 0.005mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.61mg | 0.035mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 2.1µg |
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| Folate | 55µg | 1µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.141g |
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| Choline | 28.7mg | 0mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 16.42g | 7.778g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.46g | 0g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.88g | 0g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Glycemic Index diet | Equal | |
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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%
1%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Starburst contains less Sodium (difference - 192mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Starburst is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 8.642g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Reese's pieces is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.87g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Reese's pieces is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reese's pieces is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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 ($)