Focaccia vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between focaccia and taffy (candy)
- Taffy (candy) has less iron, vitamin B1, folate, selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, phosphorus, manganese, and vitamin B5.
- Focaccia covers your daily iron needs 39% more than taffy (candy).
- Taffy (candy) has less sodium.
- The glycemic index of focaccia is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Focaccia, Italian flatbread, plain 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 | +337.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +3700% |
| Contains more IronIron | +31500% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +533.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12700% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2171.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.7% |
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 | +1477.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1578.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2408.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +183400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +16025% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +1800% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.77 g
Fats:
7.89 g
Carbs:
35.82 g
Water:
45.91 g
Other:
1.61 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +29133.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +136.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +846.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +600% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +155.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.877 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.67 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.994 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 | -57.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +576.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +721.5% |
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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| Iron | 3.16mg | 0.01mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.47mg | 0.028mg | 37% |
| Folate | 138µg | 0µg | 35% |
| Selenium | 15.9µg | 0.7µg | 28% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.67mg | 0.002mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.301mg | 0.012mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 561mg | 52mg | 22% |
| Carbs | 35.82g | 91.56g | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 128mg | 1mg | 18% |
| Protein | 8.77g | 0.03g | 17% |
| Manganese | 0.364mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.645mg | 0.004mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.67g | 0.838g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.091mg | 0mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.33mg | 0.21mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Vitamin E | 1.42mg | 0.09mg | 9% |
| Calories | 249kcal | 397kcal | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.8g | 0g | 7% |
| Fats | 7.89g | 3.33g | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.994g | 0.121g | 6% |
| Vitamin K | 5.7µg | 0.3µg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.877g | 2.049g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 114mg | 3mg | 3% |
| Choline | 2.9mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 34.02g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.75g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 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
36%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
48%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taffy (candy) contains less Sodium (difference - 509mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Focaccia is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Focaccia is lower in Sugar (difference - 66.73g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Focaccia is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.172g)
Which food is cheaper?
Focaccia is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Focaccia is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Focaccia is relatively richer in vitamins