Sugar substitute vs. Reeses cups — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are sugar substitute and reeses cups different?
- Sugar substitute is higher in calcium; however, reeses cups are richer in copper, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, vitamin B1, fiber, zinc, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for sugar substitute is 80% higher.
- Sugar substitute contains 2 times more sodium than reeses cups. While sugar substitute contains 572mg of sodium, reeses cups contain only 357mg.
Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown and Candies, REESE'S Peanut Butter Cups 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 | +1026.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +933.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +779.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +656.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3328.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1912.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.6% |
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 | +966.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +633.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +675% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +566.7% |
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:
10.24 g
Fats:
30.53 g
Carbs:
55.36 g
Water:
1.44 g
Other:
2.43 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +53.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +534.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +65.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +397.1% |
| 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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calcium | 879mg | 78mg | 80% |
| Saturated fat | 10.73g | 49% | |
| Fats | 0g | 30.53g | 47% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 5.5g | 37% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 13.1g | 33% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.49mg | 28% | |
| Copper | 0.007mg | 0.24mg | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 8mg | 161mg | 22% |
| Protein | 2.06g | 10.24g | 16% |
| Folate | 50µg | 13% | |
| Iron | 0.16mg | 1.21mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 62mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.16mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 3.6g | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 1.28mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.26µg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.08mg | 0.62mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 84.77g | 55.36g | 10% |
| Potassium | 39mg | 343mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 572mg | 357mg | 9% |
| Calories | 347kcal | 515kcal | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.11mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.015mg | 0.1mg | 7% |
| Choline | 35.4mg | 6% | |
| Selenium | 1.4µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin A | 17µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2µg | 2% | |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% | |
| Caffeine | 7mg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% | |
| Net carbs | 84.17g | 51.76g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.03g | 47.17g | 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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24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
38%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sugar substitute is lower in Sugar (difference - 43.14g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.73g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Reeses cups contains less Sodium (difference - 215mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Reeses cups is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
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 ($)