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Safflower vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Safflower and Mars

  • The amount of Iron in Safflower is higher than in Mars.
  • Safflower covers your daily need of Iron 51% more than Mars.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Seeds, safflower seed kernels, dried and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Crispy Chocolate Candies.

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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.
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Mars
Contains more Iron +469.8%
Contains less Sodium -97.8%
Contains more Calcium +15.4%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 24% 184% 253% 276% 61% 1% 138% 583% 263% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 27% 33% 0% 0% 0% 18% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Iron +469.8%
Contains less Sodium -97.8%
Contains more Calcium +15.4%

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.
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Mars
Contains more Vitamin A +234%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 3% 0% 0% 0% 291% 96% 43% 242% 270% 120% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 11% 0% 0% 2% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +234%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Mars
Contains more Protein +278%
Contains more Fats +99%
Contains more Water +230.6%
Contains more Other +137.4%
Contains more Carbs +111.1%
16% 38% 34% 6% 5%
Protein: 16.18 g
Fats: 38.45 g
Carbs: 34.29 g
Water: 5.62 g
Other: 5.46 g
4% 19% 72% 2% 2%
Protein: 4.28 g
Fats: 19.32 g
Carbs: 72.4 g
Water: 1.7 g
Other: 2.3 g
Contains more Protein +278%
Contains more Fats +99%
Contains more Water +230.6%
Contains more Other +137.4%
Contains more Carbs +111.1%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Mars
Contains less Saturated Fat -68.4%
10% 13% 77%
Saturated Fat: 3.682 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 4.848 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 28.223 g
100%
Saturated Fat: 11.651 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -68.4%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Safflower Mars Opinion
Net carbs 34.29g 70.4g Mars
Protein 16.18g 4.28g Safflower
Fats 38.45g 19.32g Safflower
Carbs 34.29g 72.4g Mars
Calories 517kcal 475kcal Safflower
Sugar 58.94g Safflower
Fiber 2g Mars
Calcium 78mg 90mg Mars
Iron 4.9mg 0.86mg Safflower
Magnesium 353mg Safflower
Phosphorus 644mg Safflower
Potassium 687mg Safflower
Sodium 3mg 136mg Safflower
Zinc 5.05mg Safflower
Copper 1.747mg Safflower
Manganese 2.014mg Safflower
Vitamin A 50IU 167IU Mars
Vitamin A RAE 3µg Safflower
Vitamin C 0mg 0.5mg Mars
Vitamin B1 1.163mg Safflower
Vitamin B2 0.415mg Safflower
Vitamin B3 2.284mg Safflower
Vitamin B5 4.03mg Safflower
Vitamin B6 1.17mg Safflower
Folate 160µg Safflower
Tryptophan 0.183mg Safflower
Threonine 0.586mg Safflower
Isoleucine 0.717mg Safflower
Leucine 1.154mg Safflower
Lysine 0.534mg Safflower
Methionine 0.284mg Safflower
Phenylalanine 0.806mg Safflower
Valine 1.025mg Safflower
Histidine 0.452mg Safflower
Cholesterol 0mg 12mg Safflower
Trans Fat 0.131g Safflower
Saturated Fat 3.682g 11.651g Safflower
Monounsaturated Fat 4.848g Safflower
Polyunsaturated fat 28.223g Safflower

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Safflower Mars
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
89%
Safflower
1%
Mars
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
178%
Safflower
8%
Mars

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Safflower
Safflower is lower in Sugar (difference - 58.94g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Safflower
Safflower contains less Sodium (difference - 133mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Safflower
Safflower is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Safflower
Safflower is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 7.969g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Safflower
Safflower is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is cheaper?
Safflower
Safflower is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Safflower
Safflower is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Safflower
Safflower is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Safflower - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170558/nutrients
  2. Mars - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168814/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.