Avocado vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are avocadoes and taffy (candy) different?
- Avocadoes have more vitamin B5, fiber, copper, folate, vitamin B6, vitamin K, potassium, vitamin E, vitamin C, and vitamin B3 than taffy (candy).
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B5 for avocadoes is 28% higher.
- Avocadoes have a lower glycemic index (40) than taffy (candy) (51).
Avocados, raw, all commercial varieties and Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe 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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +16066.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +5400% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +204.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +5100% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +75% |
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 EVitamin E | +2200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +139.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +983.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +86800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +34625% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +6900% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +285.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2 g
Fats:
14.66 g
Carbs:
8.53 g
Water:
73.23 g
Other:
1.58 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +6566.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +340.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1409.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +587% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +973.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.126 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.799 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.816 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.049 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.838 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.121 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1069.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1400.8% |
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Saturated fat
~2.049g
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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| Vitamin B5 | 1.389mg | 0.004mg | 28% |
| Carbs | 8.53g | 91.56g | 28% |
| Fiber | 6.7g | 0g | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.799g | 0.838g | 22% |
| Copper | 0.19mg | 0mg | 21% |
| Folate | 81µg | 0µg | 20% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.257mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Fats | 14.66g | 3.33g | 17% |
| Vitamin K | 21µg | 0.3µg | 17% |
| Potassium | 485mg | 3mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 2.07mg | 0.09mg | 13% |
| Calories | 160kcal | 397kcal | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.816g | 0.121g | 11% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.738mg | 0.002mg | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.012mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 1mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.55mg | 0.01mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 0.142mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Zinc | 0.64mg | 0.21mg | 4% |
| Protein | 2g | 0.03g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Choline | 14.2mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.067mg | 0.028mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 27µg | 2% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.83g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Calcium | 12mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.66g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Starch | 0.11g | 0% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Saturated fat | 2.126g | 2.049g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.073mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.143mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.038mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.12g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.111g | 0.013g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.015g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.086g | 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
32%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.077g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Avocado is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Avocado is lower in Sugar (difference - 67.82g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Avocado contains less Sodium (difference - 45mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Avocado is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
Avocado is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Avocado is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Avocado is relatively richer in vitamins