Starburst vs. Mounds candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are starburst and mounds candy bar different?
- Starburst is richer in vitamin C, while mounds candy bar is higher in copper, manganese, iron, fiber, magnesium, phosphorus, selenium, and zinc.
- Starburst covers your daily need for vitamin C, 65% more than mounds candy bar.
Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, STARBURST Fruit Chews, Original fruits and Candies, MOUNDS Candy Bar types were used 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 less SodiumSodium | -98.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +5400% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +15950% |
| Contains more IronIron | +20800% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3233.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1720% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6220% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +725% |
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 | +14575% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +73.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +31.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +4800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +5440% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +500% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.41 g
Fats:
8.21 g
Carbs:
82.57 g
Water:
8.51 g
Other:
0.3 g
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
26.6 g
Carbs:
58.59 g
Water:
9.05 g
Other:
1.16 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1022% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +224% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +286.7% |
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Water
~9.05g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.778 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.58 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.39 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.14 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62.2% |
| 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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 58.7mg | 0.4mg | 65% |
| Saturated fat | 7.778g | 20.58g | 58% |
| Copper | 0.012mg | 0.4mg | 43% |
| Manganese | 0.015mg | 0.948mg | 41% |
| Fats | 8.21g | 26.6g | 28% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 2.09mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.7g | 15% |
| Magnesium | 1mg | 55mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 5mg | 91mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 6.6µg | 11% |
| Zinc | 0mg | 1.1mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 2mg | 321mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 82.57g | 58.59g | 8% |
| Protein | 0.41g | 4.6g | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.09mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 145mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.002mg | 0.058mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.035mg | 0.245mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.001mg | 0.049mg | 4% |
| Calories | 408kcal | 486kcal | 4% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 17mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.005mg | 0.277mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 0mg | 21mg | 2% |
| Choline | 0mg | 11.8mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.33mg | 0.19mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Folate | 1µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.39g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.14g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 82.57g | 54.89g | N/A |
| Sugar | 58.12g | 46.19g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 2.1µg | 1.6µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.141g | N/A |
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
16%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
1%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Starburst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Starburst contains less Sodium (difference - 143mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Starburst is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.802g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.93g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mounds candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mounds candy bar is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)