Maple syrup vs. Mars — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Maple syrup and Mars
- Maple syrup has less Iron, and Fiber.
- Mars covers your daily Saturated Fat needs 58% more than Maple syrup.
- Maple syrup has less Sodium.
Food varieties used in this article are Syrups, maple 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +13.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +681.8% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.04 g
Fats:
0.06 g
Carbs:
67.04 g
Water:
32.39 g
Other:
0.47 g
Protein:
4.28 g
Fats:
19.32 g
Carbs:
72.4 g
Water:
1.7 g
Other:
2.3 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1805.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +10600% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +32100% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +389.4% |
~equal in
Carbs
~72.4g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.007 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.017 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
11.651 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -99.9% |
| 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 price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 260kcal | 475kcal |
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| Protein | 0.04g | 4.28g |
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| Fats | 0.06g | 19.32g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.5mg |
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| Net carbs | 67.04g | 70.4g |
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| Carbs | 67.04g | 72.4g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 12mg |
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| Magnesium | 21mg |
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| Calcium | 102mg | 90mg |
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| Potassium | 212mg |
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| Iron | 0.11mg | 0.86mg |
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| Sugar | 60.46g | 58.94g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 2g |
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| Copper | 0.018mg |
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| Zinc | 1.47mg |
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| Phosphorus | 2mg |
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| Sodium | 12mg | 136mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 167IU |
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| Manganese | 2.908mg |
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| Selenium | 0.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.066mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 1.27mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.081mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.036mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.002mg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.131g |
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| Choline | 1.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.007g | 11.651g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.011g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.017g |
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| Fructose | 0.52g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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
24%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
50%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mars is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.52g)
Which food is cheaper?
Mars is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Maple syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Maple syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 124mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Maple syrup is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 11.644g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Maple syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Maple syrup is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Maple syrup is relatively richer in vitamins