Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) and mars
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) has more iron; however, mars is richer in calcium.
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) covers your daily iron needs 59% more than mars.
- Mars has 7 times less sodium than saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup). Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) has 941mg of sodium, while mars has 136mg.
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is 74, while the glycemic index of mars is 62.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup) 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +547.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +373.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.5% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.46 g
Fats:
8.64 g
Carbs:
74.05 g
Water:
5.05 g
Other:
2.8 g
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +121% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +197.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +21.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +123.6% |
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Carbs
~72.4g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.653 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.986 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.835 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
11.651 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +∞% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 5.57mg | 0.86mg | 59% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.702mg | 59% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.653g | 11.651g | 45% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.442mg | 40% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.487mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 941mg | 136mg | 35% |
| Folate | 134µg | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.835g | 32% | |
| Manganese | 0.686mg | 30% | |
| Starch | 67.83g | 28% | |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 21% | |
| Selenium | 10.3µg | 19% | |
| Fats | 8.64g | 19.32g | 16% |
| Copper | 0.139mg | 15% | |
| Phosphorus | 102mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 11% | |
| Protein | 9.46g | 4.28g | 10% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 19mg | 90mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.086mg | 7% | |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 6% | |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 5% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.986g | 5% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.09µg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 152mg | 4% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 12mg | 4% |
| Choline | 16.7mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 418kcal | 475kcal | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 2g | 3% |
| Carbs | 74.05g | 72.4g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 71.25g | 70.4g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.29g | 58.94g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.167g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.333mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.652mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.147mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.45mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.399mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.19g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.535g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.25g | N/A |
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
51%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
62%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Sugar (difference - 57.65g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.998g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mars contains less Sodium (difference - 805mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mars is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Mars is cheaper (difference - $0.4)