Twix vs. Potato chips — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Twix and potato chips
- Twix is higher in vitamin B12; however, potato chips are richer in vitamin E, vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B3, fiber, vitamin K, and copper.
- Potato chips' daily need coverage for vitamin E is 56% higher.
- Potato chips have less saturated fat.
- Twix has a lower glycemic index (44) than potato chips (56).
The food types used in this comparison are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, TWIX Caramel Cookie Bars and Snacks, potato chips, plain, unsalted.
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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 | +341.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +148.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +585.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +101.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +55.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +57.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +61.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +88.4% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +5083.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1131.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +245.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +51.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2540% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +294.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +73.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +79.4% |
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:
7 g
Fats:
34.6 g
Carbs:
52.9 g
Water:
1.9 g
Other:
3.6 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +122.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +42.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +39.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +197.5% |
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
10.96 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.84 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
12.17 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -42.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +229.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1837.9% |
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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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.628g | 12.17g | 77% |
| Vitamin E | 0.74mg | 9.11mg | 56% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.025mg | 0.66mg | 49% |
| Saturated fat | 18.96g | 10.96g | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 31.1mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 186mg | 1275mg | 32% |
| Histidine | 153mg | 22% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.109mg | 3.827mg | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.988g | 9.84g | 17% |
| Fats | 24.85g | 34.6g | 15% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4.8g | 15% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0µg | 14% |
| Vitamin K | 5.6µg | 22.1µg | 14% |
| Copper | 0.197mg | 0.306mg | 12% |
| Iron | 0.81mg | 1.63mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 67mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 165mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 198mg | 8mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 24mg | 8% |
| Manganese | 0.273mg | 0.44mg | 7% |
| Selenium | 4.3µg | 8.1µg | 7% |
| Folate | 26µg | 45µg | 5% |
| Protein | 4.91g | 7g | 4% |
| Carbs | 64.8g | 52.9g | 4% |
| Choline | 20.9mg | 37.5mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.265mg | 0.402mg | 3% |
| Calories | 502kcal | 536kcal | 2% |
| Caffeine | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.155mg | 0.167mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.208mg | 0.197mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 63.7g | 48.1g | N/A |
| Sugar | 48.25g | 0.22g | N/A |
| Zinc | 1.06mg | 1.09mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.342g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.108mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.253mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.283mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.419mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.424mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.31mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.392mg | 0% |
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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%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
53%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Twix is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Twix is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Potato chips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Potato chips is lower in Sugar (difference - 48.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Potato chips contains less Sodium (difference - 190mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Potato chips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Potato chips is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Potato chips is relatively richer in vitamins