Skittles vs. Reeses cups — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between skittles and reeses cups
- Skittles have more vitamin C, while reeses cups have more iron, fiber, and calcium.
- Skittles cover your daily need for vitamin C, 74% more than reeses cups.
- Skittles contain 2 times more sugar than reeses cups. While skittles contain 75.92g of sugar, reeses cups contain only 47.17g.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, SKITTLES Wild Berry Bite Size Candies and Candies, REESE'S Peanut Butter Cups.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -95.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
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 CVitamin C | +22266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.19 g
Fats:
4.25 g
Carbs:
90.76 g
Water:
3.83 g
Other:
0.97 g
Protein:
10.24 g
Fats:
30.53 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
1.44 g
Other:
2.43 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +63.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +166% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +5289.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +618.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +150.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.115 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.73 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
13.1 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.5 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -61.6% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 67.1mg | 0.3mg | 74% |
| Fats | 4.25g | 30.53g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.5g | 37% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 13.1g | 33% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.115g | 10.73g | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.49mg | 28% | |
| Copper | 0.24mg | 27% | |
| Phosphorus | 161mg | 23% | |
| Protein | 0.19g | 10.24g | 20% |
| Magnesium | 62mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 0mg | 1.21mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 15mg | 357mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.6g | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.16mg | 13% | |
| Folate | 50µg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 12% | |
| Carbs | 90.76g | 55.36g | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.28mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.26µg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 343mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 0mg | 78mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 8% | |
| Choline | 35.4mg | 6% | |
| Calories | 402kcal | 515kcal | 6% |
| Selenium | 1.4µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 17µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 2% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 6mg | 2% |
| Caffeine | 7mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 90.76g | 51.76g | N/A |
| Sugar | 75.92g | 47.17g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.074g | 0g | 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
17%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
0%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Skittles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skittles contains less Sodium (difference - 342mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Skittles is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.615g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Reeses cups is lower in Sugar (difference - 28.75g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Reeses cups is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Reeses cups is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Reeses cups is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)