Caramel vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between caramel and taffy (candy)?
- Taffy (candy) has less vitamin B2, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B5, vitamin B12, vitamin B1, potassium, and polyunsaturated fat than caramel.
- Caramel's daily need coverage for vitamin B2 is 19% higher.
- Taffy (candy) contains less sodium.
- Taffy (candy) has a lower glycemic index than caramel.
We used Candies, caramels and Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe types in this comparison.
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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 | +1625% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +7033.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1300% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +109.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11300% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +157.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -78.8% |
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 | +411.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +267.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2033.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +7300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +15400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2900% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +500% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +125% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.6 g
Fats:
8.1 g
Carbs:
77 g
Water:
8.5 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15233.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +143.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +75.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +682.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.476 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.542 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.478 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 | +84% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2774.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -17.2% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.478g | 0.121g | 22% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.256mg | 0.012mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 114mg | 1mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 8mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.62mg | 0.004mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0.01µg | 12% |
| Protein | 4.6g | 0.03g | 9% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 52mg | 8% |
| Fats | 8.1g | 3.33g | 7% |
| Potassium | 214mg | 3mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.103mg | 0.028mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 77g | 91.56g | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.056mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 17mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 0.09mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 0.7µg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.018mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 12µg | 27µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.44mg | 0.21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.14mg | 0.01mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 2.476g | 2.049g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.542g | 0.838g | 2% |
| Folate | 4µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Choline | 8mg | 1% | |
| Calories | 382kcal | 397kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.148mg | 0.002mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 0.3µg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 77g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 65.5g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.06mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.417mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.107mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.205mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.115mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.013g | 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
16%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
2%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taffy (candy) contains less Sodium (difference - 193mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.427g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Caramel is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Caramel is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.98g)
Which food is cheaper?
Caramel is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Caramel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Caramel is relatively richer in vitamins