Cayenne pepper vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Cayenne pepper and Mars
- The amount of Fiber, Iron, Vitamin C, and Calcium in Cayenne pepper is higher than in Mars.
- Cayenne pepper covers your daily need of Fiber 101% more than Mars.
- Cayenne pepper contains 153 times more Vitamin C than Mars. While Cayenne pepper contains 76.4mg of Vitamin C, Mars contains only 0.5mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Cayenne pepper is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Spices, pepper, red or cayenne 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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Calcium
+64.4%
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Iron
+807%
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Sodium
-77.9%
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Calcium
+64.4%
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Iron
+807%
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Sodium
-77.9%
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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Vitamin A
+24816.2%
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Vitamin C
+15180%
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Vitamin A
+24816.2%
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Vitamin C
+15180%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+180.6%
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Water
+373.5%
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Other
+162.6%
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Fats
+11.9%
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Carbs
+27.8%
Protein:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
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Protein
+180.6%
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Water
+373.5%
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+162.6%
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Fats
+11.9%
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Carbs
+27.8%
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Saturated Fat
-72%
Saturated Fat:
3.26 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
8.37 g
Saturated Fat:
11.651 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
0 g
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Saturated Fat
-72%
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 price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 29.43g | 70.4g |
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| Protein | 12.01g | 4.28g |
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| Fats | 17.27g | 19.32g |
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| Carbs | 56.63g | 72.4g |
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| Calories | 318kcal | 475kcal |
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| Sugar | 10.34g | 58.94g |
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| Fiber | 27.2g | 2g |
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| Calcium | 148mg | 90mg |
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| Iron | 7.8mg | 0.86mg |
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| Magnesium | 152mg |
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| Phosphorus | 293mg |
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| Potassium | 2014mg |
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| Sodium | 30mg | 136mg |
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| Zinc | 2.48mg |
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| Copper | 0.373mg |
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| Manganese | 2mg |
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| Selenium | 8.8µg |
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| Vitamin A | 41610IU | 167IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 2081µg |
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| Vitamin E | 29.83mg |
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| Vitamin C | 76.4mg | 0.5mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.328mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.919mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 8.701mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 2.45mg |
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| Folate | 106µg |
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| Vitamin K | 80.3µg |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 12mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.131g |
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| Saturated Fat | 3.26g | 11.651g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.75g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.37g |
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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
388%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
125%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Mars is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Sugar (difference - 48.6g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cayenne pepper contains less Sodium (difference - 106mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 8.391g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cayenne pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins