Starburst vs. Sugar substitute — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between starburst and sugar substitute
- Sugar substitute is higher than starburst in calcium.
- Sugar substitute covers your daily calcium needs 88% more than starburst.
- Starburst contains 14 times more sugar than sugar substitute. While starburst contains 58.12g of sugar, sugar substitute contains only 4.03g.
Food varieties used in this article are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, STARBURST Fruit Chews, Original fruits and Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown.
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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 CopperCopper | +71.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +500% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1850% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1500% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +60% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +46.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +128.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
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:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +402.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1243.3% |
~equal in
Carbs
~84.77g
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Water
~9.14g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 0mg | 879mg | 88% |
| Vitamin C | 58.7mg | 65% | |
| Saturated fat | 7.778g | 35% | |
| Sodium | 2mg | 572mg | 25% |
| Fats | 8.21g | 0g | 13% |
| Protein | 0.41g | 2.06g | 3% |
| Calories | 408kcal | 347kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.33mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.16mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.1µg | 2% | |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.6g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 1mg | 6mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.035mg | 0.08mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.002mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.001mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 1% | |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Potassium | 2mg | 39mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 82.57g | 84.77g | 1% |
| Copper | 0.012mg | 0.007mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 82.57g | 84.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 58.12g | 4.03g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 5mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.015mg | 0.022mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.005mg | 0% | |
| Folate | 1µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.141g | 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
16%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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36%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sugar substitute is lower in Sugar (difference - 54.09g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.778g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sugar substitute is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Starburst contains less Sodium (difference - 570mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Starburst is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Starburst is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)