Chorizo vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between chorizo and taffy (candy)
- Taffy (candy) contains less vitamin B12, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, selenium, vitamin B3, zinc, and vitamin B5 than chorizo.
- Chorizo's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 83% higher.
- The amount of sodium in taffy (candy) is lower.
- Chorizo has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of chorizo is 28, while the glycemic index of taffy (candy) is 51.
The food types used in this comparison are Chorizo, pork and beef 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 PotassiumPotassium | +13166.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +15800% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1523.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +14900% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2914.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +144.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +256450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +27900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +19900% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +433.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +80233.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1049.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +556.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1604.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +4822.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
14.38 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 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 | +2095.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2759.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -85.8% |
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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| Vitamin B12 | 2µg | 0.01µg | 83% |
| Saturated fat | 14.38g | 2.049g | 56% |
| Fats | 38.27g | 3.33g | 54% |
| Sodium | 1235mg | 52mg | 51% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.63mg | 0.028mg | 50% |
| Protein | 24.1g | 0.03g | 48% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 18.4g | 0.838g | 44% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.53mg | 0mg | 41% |
| Selenium | 21.1µg | 0.7µg | 37% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.131mg | 0.002mg | 32% |
| Carbs | 1.86g | 91.56g | 30% |
| Zinc | 3.41mg | 0.21mg | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 9mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.3mg | 0.012mg | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.46g | 0.121g | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.12mg | 0.004mg | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 150mg | 1mg | 21% |
| Iron | 1.59mg | 0.01mg | 20% |
| Choline | 96.7mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 398mg | 3mg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.08mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 1.5µg | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 61IU | 8% | |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Calories | 455kcal | 397kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 0.09mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 0.3µg | 1% |
| Folate | 2µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.86g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Calcium | 8mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.278mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.473mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 2.206mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.708mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.414mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.149mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.914mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.721mg | 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
65%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
58%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 79mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taffy (candy) contains less Sodium (difference - 1183mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.331g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chorizo is lower in Sugar (difference - 68.48g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chorizo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Chorizo is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chorizo is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins