Apricot vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between apricots and taffy (candy)
- The amount of vitamin A, vitamin C, copper, fiber, potassium, and vitamin E in apricots is higher than in taffy (candy).
- Apricots cover your daily need for vitamin A, 24% more than taffy (candy).
- The amount of saturated fat in apricots is lower.
- Apricots have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of apricots is 34, while the glycemic index of taffy (candy) is 51.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Apricots, raw and Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe.
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +62.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +8533.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3800% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2200% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +600% |
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 | +255.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +888.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +29900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +5900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1000% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.4 g
Fats:
0.39 g
Carbs:
11.12 g
Water:
86.35 g
Other:
0.74 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +4566.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1680.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +221.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +753.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +723.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.027 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.17 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.077 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.049 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.838 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.121 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +392.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +57.1% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 11.12g | 91.56g | 27% |
| Calories | 48kcal | 397kcal | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0.078mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.027g | 2.049g | 9% |
| Potassium | 259mg | 3mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 96µg | 27µg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 0g | 8% |
| Fats | 0.39g | 3.33g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.24mg | 0.004mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.89mg | 0.09mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.39mg | 0.01mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.054mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 0.002mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 23mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.077mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.4g | 0.03g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 3.3µg | 0.3µg | 3% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.012mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.17g | 0.838g | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Choline | 2.8mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 13mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.1µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Fructose | 0.94g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 9.12g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9.24g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.2mg | 0.21mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.028mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.077g | 0.121g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.015mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.047mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.041mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.047mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.086g | N/A |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Apricot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Apricot is lower in Sugar (difference - 59.24g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apricot contains less Sodium (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Apricot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.022g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Apricot is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is cheaper?
Apricot is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Apricot is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Apricot is relatively richer in vitamins