Sugar substitute vs. M&Ms Peanut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are sugar substitute and m&Ms Peanut different?
- Sugar substitute is higher in calcium; however, m&Ms Peanut is richer in copper, manganese, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, iron, fiber, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for sugar substitute is 78% higher.
- Sugar substitute contains 11 times more sodium than m&Ms Peanut. While sugar substitute contains 572mg of sodium, m&Ms Peanut contains only 50mg.
Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown and Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, M&M's Peanut Chocolate Candies are the varieties 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 more CalciumCalcium | +761.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1050% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +789.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +625% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +7114.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +4300% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2275% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2918.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +320% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +606.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +683.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +500% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
Protein:
9.57 g
Fats:
26.13 g
Carbs:
60.48 g
Water:
2.48 g
Other:
1.34 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +40.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +268.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +200.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +364.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
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 | 879mg | 102mg | 78% |
| Copper | 0.007mg | 0.505mg | 55% |
| Saturated fat | 10.169g | 46% | |
| Fats | 0g | 26.13g | 40% |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0.664mg | 28% |
| Phosphorus | 8mg | 190mg | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.456g | 23% | |
| Sodium | 572mg | 50mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.362mg | 21% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.086g | 20% | |
| Vitamin E | 2.85mg | 19% | |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 1.76mg | 16% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 69mg | 15% |
| Protein | 2.06g | 9.57g | 15% |
| Folate | 55µg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.32µg | 13% | |
| Iron | 0.16mg | 1.16mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 3.7g | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.08mg | 0.627mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 39mg | 347mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 84.77g | 60.48g | 8% |
| Calories | 347kcal | 515kcal | 8% |
| Choline | 37.3mg | 7% | |
| Selenium | 4.1µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.106mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.015mg | 0.09mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.063mg | 4% |
| Caffeine | 10mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 3µg | 3% | |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin A | 22µg | 2% | |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 84.17g | 56.78g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.03g | 50.75g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.328g | 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
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26%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
57%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sugar substitute is lower in Sugar (difference - 46.72g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.169g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
M&Ms Peanut contains less Sodium (difference - 522mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
M&Ms Peanut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
M&Ms Peanut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
M&Ms Peanut is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)