Twix vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between twix and brown sugar
- Brown sugar contains less copper, vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin B1, zinc, manganese, and folate than twix.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for twix is 95% higher.
- Brown sugar is lower in saturated fat.
- Brown sugar has a higher glycemic index than twix.
Food types used in this article are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, TWIX Caramel Cookie Bars and Sugars, brown.
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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 | +200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +27.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +39.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +14.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +319.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3433.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2525% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +326.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +258.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.9% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +908.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +100.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2500% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +808.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +64% |
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:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3991.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +215.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +168.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 18.96g | 0g | 86% |
| Fats | 24.85g | 0g | 38% |
| Copper | 0.197mg | 0.047mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.208mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 4mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.155mg | 0mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 64.8g | 98.09g | 11% |
| Protein | 4.91g | 0.12g | 10% |
| Manganese | 0.273mg | 0.064mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.06mg | 0.03mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.988g | 0g | 7% |
| Sodium | 198mg | 28mg | 7% |
| Calories | 502kcal | 380kcal | 6% |
| Selenium | 4.3µg | 1.2µg | 6% |
| Folate | 26µg | 1µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.109mg | 0.11mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5.6µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.74mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 9mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 0g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.628g | 0g | 4% |
| Choline | 20.9mg | 2.3mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.265mg | 0.132mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 83mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 186mg | 133mg | 2% |
| Caffeine | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.025mg | 0.041mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.81mg | 0.71mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 63.7g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 48.25g | 97.02g | N/A |
| 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%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Twix is lower in Sugar (difference - 48.77g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Twix is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Twix is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Twix is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brown sugar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 170mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.96g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)