Twix vs. Apricot jam — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are twix and apricot jam different?
- Twix is higher in phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin B12, vitamin B1, copper, manganese, zinc, and calcium; however, apricot jam is richer in vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for twix is 95% higher.
- Apricot jam has less saturated fat.
- Twix has a lower glycemic index (44) than apricot jam (69).
Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, TWIX Caramel Cookie Bars and Jams and preserves, apricot 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +575% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +430% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +141.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +65.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +97% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1666.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +3400% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +582.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +115% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +469.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +845.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2980.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1225% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2500% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +5125% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1366.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.91 g
Fats:
24.85 g
Carbs:
64.8 g
Water:
4.23 g
Other:
1.21 g
Protein:
0.7 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
64.4 g
Water:
34.5 g
Other:
0.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +601.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +12325% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +505% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +715.6% |
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Carbs
~64.4g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.988 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.628 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.01 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.9% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 18.96g | 0.01g | 86% |
| Fats | 24.85g | 0.2g | 38% |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 3mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.208mg | 0.022mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.155mg | 0mg | 13% |
| Calories | 502kcal | 242kcal | 13% |
| Copper | 0.197mg | 0.1mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.273mg | 0.04mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.06mg | 0.06mg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 8.8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 20mg | 9% |
| Protein | 4.91g | 0.7g | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.988g | 0g | 7% |
| Sodium | 198mg | 40mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.109mg | 0.036mg | 7% |
| Folate | 26µg | 1µg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5.6µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.265mg | 0.02mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 4mg | 5% |
| Choline | 20.9mg | 0.4mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.74mg | 0.13mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.81mg | 0.49mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 4.3µg | 2µg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.628g | 0g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 0.3g | 3% |
| Potassium | 186mg | 77mg | 3% |
| Caffeine | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 64.8g | 64.4g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 63.7g | 64.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 48.25g | 43.4g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.025mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.342g | 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
18%
4%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
9%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Twix is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Twix is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Twix is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Apricot jam is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Apricot jam is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apricot jam contains less Sodium (difference - 158mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Apricot jam is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.95g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)