Cassava vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cassava and taffy (candy)?
- Taffy (candy) has less vitamin C, manganese, copper, potassium, fiber, vitamin B6, folate, and vitamin B3 than cassava.
- Cassava's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 23% higher.
- Cassava contains less saturated fat.
- Taffy (candy) has a lower glycemic index than cassava.
We used Cassava, raw 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 | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +8933.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2600% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +61.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2600% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -73.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
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 | +111.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +210.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +42600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +2575% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +533.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.36 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
38.06 g
Water:
59.68 g
Other:
0.62 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +4433.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1130.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +169.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1089.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +140.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.074 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.075 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.048 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 | -96.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1017.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +152.1% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 20.6mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Carbs | 38.06g | 91.56g | 18% |
| Manganese | 0.384mg | 0mg | 17% |
| Calories | 160kcal | 397kcal | 12% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.074g | 2.049g | 9% |
| Potassium | 271mg | 3mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 0g | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.088mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Folate | 27µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.854mg | 0.002mg | 5% |
| Fats | 0.28g | 3.33g | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.087mg | 0.028mg | 5% |
| Choline | 23.7mg | 4% | |
| Phosphorus | 27mg | 1mg | 4% |
| Protein | 1.36g | 0.03g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.048mg | 0.012mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.27mg | 0.01mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.075g | 0.838g | 2% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.107mg | 0.004mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.09mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.34mg | 0.21mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.9µg | 0.3µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 36.26g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.7g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.7µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.048g | 0.121g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.019mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.039mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.035mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.02mg | 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
14%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
2%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cassava is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cassava is lower in Sugar (difference - 66.78g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cassava contains less Sodium (difference - 38mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cassava is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.975g)
Which food is cheaper?
Cassava is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cassava is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cassava is relatively richer in vitamins