Trail mix vs. Mixed nuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between trail mix and mixed nuts?
- Trail mix is richer in vitamin B1, copper, and iron, while mixed nuts are higher in manganese, vitamin B3, magnesium, and phosphorus.
- Mixed nuts' daily need coverage for manganese is 44% higher.
- Mixed nuts have 46 times less sodium than trail mix. Trail mix has 229mg of sodium, while mixed nuts have 5mg.
We used Snacks, trail mix, regular and Nuts, mixed nuts, oil roasted, with peanuts, without salt added types in this comparison.
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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 IronIron | +16.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +44.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +32.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +97.3% |
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 | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +144.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +63.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +27.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +18.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +16.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
13.8 g
Fats:
29.4 g
Carbs:
44.9 g
Water:
9.2 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
20.04 g
Fats:
53.95 g
Carbs:
21.05 g
Water:
2.08 g
Other:
2.88 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +113.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +342.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +45.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +83.5% |
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Other
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
5.55 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
12.53 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.65 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.711 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
28.488 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.612 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -36.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +127.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +51.4% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 33.9µg | 62% | |
| Vitamin E | 7.82mg | 52% | |
| Manganese | 1.034mg | 2.04mg | 44% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 12.53g | 28.488g | 40% |
| Fats | 29.4g | 53.95g | 38% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 9.65g | 14.612g | 33% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.462mg | 0.189mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.712mg | 7.709mg | 19% |
| Magnesium | 158mg | 229mg | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 345mg | 456mg | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 5.55g | 8.711g | 14% |
| Protein | 13.8g | 20.04g | 12% |
| Sodium | 229mg | 5mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.985mg | 0.907mg | 9% |
| Choline | 52mg | 9% | |
| Carbs | 44.9g | 21.05g | 8% |
| Calories | 462kcal | 607kcal | 7% |
| Iron | 3.05mg | 2.61mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.895mg | 1.14mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 5.7µg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 78mg | 117mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.298mg | 0.352mg | 4% |
| Folate | 71µg | 83µg | 3% |
| Starch | 4.2g | 2% | |
| Potassium | 685mg | 632mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 3.22mg | 3.36mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 44.9g | 14.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.15g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.198mg | 0.196mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.055g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.166mg | 0.22mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.482mg | 0.703mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.515mg | 0.826mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.89mg | 1.656mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.515mg | 0.782mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.202mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.658mg | 1.182mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.658mg | 1.001mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.357mg | 0.572mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.082g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.455g | 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
33%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
104%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Trail mix is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Trail mix is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.161g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Trail mix is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is cheaper?
Trail mix is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mixed nuts contains less Sodium (difference - 224mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mixed nuts is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.