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Creamsicle vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between creamsicle and taffy (candy)

  • Taffy (candy) contains less fiber than creamsicle.
  • Daily need coverage for fiber for creamsicle is 30% higher.

Food types used in this article are Frozen novelties, Sugar Free, CREAMSICLE Pops 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 6.9% 0% 1.1% 0% 0% 0% 0.78% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 2.4% 0.26% 0.38% 0% 5.7% 0.43% 6.8% 0% 3.8%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +187.5%
Contains more IronIron +200%
Contains less SodiumSodium -88.5%
~equal in Magnesium ~0mg
~equal in Copper ~0mg
~equal in Manganese ~0mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 9% 1.8% 0% 7% 2.8% 0.04% 0.24% 0% 1.3% 0.75% 0% 0%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B6 ~0mg
~equal in Folate ~0µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 12% 82% 2%
Protein: 1.37 g
Fats: 2.33 g
Carbs: 11.95 g
Water: 82.38 g
Other: 1.97 g
3% 92% 5%
Protein: 0.03 g
Fats: 3.33 g
Carbs: 91.56 g
Water: 4.85 g
Other: 0.23 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +4466.7%
Contains more WaterWater +1598.6%
Contains more OtherOther +756.5%
Contains more FatsFats +42.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +666.2%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
100%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0 g
68% 28% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.049 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.838 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.121 g
~equal in Saturated fat ~2.049g

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Creamsicle Taffy (candy)
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Creamsicle Taffy (candy) DV% diff.
Fiber 7.5g 0g 30%
Carbs 11.95g 91.56g 27%
Calories 49kcal 397kcal 17%
Protein 1.37g 0.03g 3%
Vitamin A 27µg 3%
Cholesterol 0mg 9mg 3%
Sodium 6mg 52mg 2%
Monounsaturated fat 0.838g 2%
Calcium 23mg 8mg 2%
Fats 2.33g 3.33g 2%
Vitamin B1 0.028mg 2%
Zinc 0.21mg 2%
Vitamin E 0.09mg 1%
Selenium 0.7µg 1%
Vitamin B2 0.012mg 1%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.121g 1%
Net carbs 4.45g 91.56g N/A
Potassium 3mg 0%
Iron 0.03mg 0.01mg 0%
Sugar 0.43g 68.48g N/A
Phosphorus 1mg 0%
Vitamin B3 0.002mg 0%
Vitamin B5 0.004mg 0%
Vitamin B12 0.01µg 0%
Vitamin K 0.3µg 0%
Trans fat 0.131g N/A
Saturated fat 2g 2.049g 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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is better in case of low diet
Creamsicle Taffy (candy)
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
0%
Creamsicle
2%
Taffy (candy)
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
1%
Creamsicle
2%
Taffy (candy)

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Taffy (candy)
Taffy (candy) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taffy (candy)
Taffy (candy) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Creamsicle
Creamsicle is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Creamsicle
Creamsicle is lower in Sugar (difference - 68.05g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Creamsicle
Creamsicle contains less Sodium (difference - 46mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Creamsicle
Creamsicle is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.049g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Creamsicle
Creamsicle is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is cheaper?
Creamsicle
Creamsicle is cheaper (difference - $2)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Creamsicle - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170267/nutrients
  2. Taffy (candy) - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169670/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

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