Coca-Cola vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between Coca-Cola and taffy (candy)
- Taffy (candy) has more monounsaturated fat than Coca-Cola.
- Coca-Cola has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of Coca-Cola is 63, while the glycemic index of taffy (candy) is 51.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Beverages, carbonated, cola, fast-food cola 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 IronIron | +1000% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +900% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +300% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +50% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +950% |
| 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 CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.07 g
Fats:
0.02 g
Carbs:
9.56 g
Water:
90.31 g
Other:
0.04 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +133.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1762.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +16550% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +857.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +475% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 9.56g | 91.56g | 27% |
| Calories | 37kcal | 397kcal | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 2.049g | 9% |
| Fats | 0.02g | 3.33g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Caffeine | 8mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.028mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.02mg | 0.21mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.838g | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 10mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.11mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.09mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.1µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.012mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.121g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.07g | 0.03g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 9.56g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Potassium | 2mg | 3mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 8.97g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Copper | 0.001mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0mg | 0.002mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.004mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 0.3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Choline | 0.3mg | 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).
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taffy (candy) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Coca-Cola is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Coca-Cola is lower in Sugar (difference - 59.51g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Coca-Cola contains less Sodium (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Coca-Cola is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.049g)
Which food is cheaper?
Coca-Cola is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.