Twix vs. Mounds candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Twix and Mounds candy bar
- Twix has more Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, and Calcium, however, Mounds candy bar is richer in Manganese, Copper, Iron, Fiber, and Magnesium.
- Mounds candy bar's daily need coverage for Manganese is 29% more.
- Twix contains less Saturated Fat.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, TWIX Caramel Cookie Bars and Candies, MOUNDS Candy Bar.
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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 | +404.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +103.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +72.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +158% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +103% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -26.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +247.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +53.5% |
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 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +289.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +216.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +258.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +300.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +250% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +333.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +77.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +260% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
4.6 g
Fats:
26.6 g
Carbs:
58.59 g
Water:
9.05 g
Other:
1.16 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +113.9% |
~equal in
Protein
~4.6g
~equal in
Fats
~26.6g
~equal in
Carbs
~58.59g
~equal in
Other
~1.16g
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
20.58 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.39 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.14 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +666.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +348.6% |
~equal in
Saturated Fat
~20.58g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 502kcal | 486kcal |
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| Protein | 4.91g | 4.6g |
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| Fats | 24.85g | 26.6g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0.4mg |
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| Net carbs | 63.7g | 54.89g |
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| Carbs | 64.8g | 58.59g |
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| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2mg |
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| Magnesium | 27mg | 55mg |
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| Calcium | 106mg | 21mg |
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| Potassium | 186mg | 321mg |
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| Iron | 0.81mg | 2.09mg |
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| Sugar | 48.25g | 46.19g |
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| Fiber | 1.1g | 3.7g |
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| Copper | 0.197mg | 0.4mg |
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| Zinc | 1.06mg | 1.1mg |
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| Phosphorus | 105mg | 91mg |
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| Sodium | 198mg | 145mg |
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| Vitamin A | 67IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 20µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.74mg | 0.19mg |
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| Manganese | 0.273mg | 0.948mg |
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| Selenium | 4.3µg | 6.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.155mg | 0.049mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.208mg | 0.058mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.109mg | 0.277mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.265mg | 0.245mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.025mg | 0.09mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.6µg | 1.6µg |
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| Folate | 26µg | 6µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.342g |
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| Choline | 20.9mg | 11.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 18.96g | 20.58g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.988g | 0.39g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.628g | 0.14g |
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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%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Twix is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.62g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Twix is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mounds candy bar is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.06g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mounds candy bar contains less Sodium (difference - 53mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mounds candy bar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mounds candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)