Filo vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between filo and taffy (candy)
- The amount of vitamin B1, selenium, iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, folate, manganese, copper, and phosphorus in filo is higher than in taffy (candy).
- Filo covers your daily vitamin B1 needs 43% more than taffy (candy).
- Taffy (candy) contains less sodium.
- Taffy (candy) has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of taffy (candy) is 51, while the glycemic index of filo is 38.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Phyllo dough 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 CalciumCalcium | +37.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +2366.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +32000% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +133.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +7400% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3228.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +1832.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2741.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +203550% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +7450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +733.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +12.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.1 g
Fats:
6 g
Carbs:
52.6 g
Water:
32.6 g
Other:
1.7 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23566.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +80.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +572.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +639.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +74.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.47 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.149 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.923 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 | -28.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +275.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +662.8% |
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 B1 | 0.541mg | 0.028mg | 43% |
| Selenium | 23.3µg | 0.7µg | 41% |
| Iron | 3.21mg | 0.01mg | 40% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.341mg | 0.012mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.073mg | 0.002mg | 25% |
| Folate | 88µg | 0µg | 22% |
| Manganese | 0.476mg | 0mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 483mg | 52mg | 19% |
| Protein | 7.1g | 0.03g | 14% |
| Carbs | 52.6g | 91.56g | 13% |
| Copper | 0.101mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus | 75mg | 1mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 0g | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.149g | 0.838g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.302mg | 0.004mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.923g | 0.121g | 5% |
| Calories | 299kcal | 397kcal | 5% |
| Fats | 6g | 3.33g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.47g | 2.049g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 0.21mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 74mg | 3mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.03mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Choline | 6.9mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 50.7g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Calcium | 11mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.18g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 0.09mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.194mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.246mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.49mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.158mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.126mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.359mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.286mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.159mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taffy (candy) contains less Sodium (difference - 431mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Filo is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Filo is lower in Sugar (difference - 68.3g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Filo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.579g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Filo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
Filo is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Filo is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Filo is relatively richer in vitamins