Macaroon vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between macaroon and taffy (candy)
- Taffy (candy) contains less copper, fiber, selenium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and magnesium than macaroon.
- Macaroon's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 90% higher.
- The amount of saturated fat in taffy (candy) is lower.
- Macaroon has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of macaroon is 32, while the glycemic index of taffy (candy) is 51.
The food types used in this comparison are Cookies, coconut macaroon 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 | +4000% |
| Contains more IronIron | +8100% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +247.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +6700% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +871.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +60% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -78.4% |
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 | +111.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +10900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +266.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.02 g
Fats:
22.55 g
Carbs:
61.22 g
Water:
11.5 g
Other:
1.71 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +9966.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +577.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +137.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +643.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +49.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
20.099 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.61 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.81 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 | +92.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +569.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -89.8% |
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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| Saturated fat | 20.099g | 2.049g | 82% |
| Fats | 22.55g | 3.33g | 30% |
| Copper | 0.269mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Fiber | 5.1g | 0g | 20% |
| Selenium | 6.8µg | 0.7µg | 11% |
| Carbs | 61.22g | 91.56g | 10% |
| Iron | 0.82mg | 0.01mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 68mg | 1mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 241mg | 52mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 29mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.096mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Protein | 3.02g | 0.03g | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.81g | 0.121g | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.73mg | 0.21mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.012mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 3mg | 4% |
| Calories | 460kcal | 397kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.61g | 0.838g | 2% |
| Choline | 9.1mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 3µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 0.3µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.09mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.22mg | 0.002mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.028mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 56.12g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Calcium | 5mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 45.16g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.004mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
| 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
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2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taffy (candy) contains less Sodium (difference - 189mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.05g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Macaroon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Macaroon is lower in Sugar (difference - 23.32g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Macaroon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
Macaroon is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Macaroon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Macaroon is relatively richer in vitamins