Papaya vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are papaya and taffy (candy) different?
- Papaya is higher than taffy (candy) in vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, fiber, and potassium.
- Papaya covers your daily need for vitamin C, 68% more than taffy (candy).
- Papaya is lower in sugar.
- Taffy (candy) has a higher glycemic index (51) than papaya (38).
Papayas, raw and Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe types were used in this article.
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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 | +150% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +5966.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2400% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +900% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +162.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +16.7% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +74.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +125% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +17750% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +4675% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +766.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +21.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.47 g
Fats:
0.26 g
Carbs:
10.82 g
Water:
88.06 g
Other:
0.39 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1466.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1715.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +69.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1180.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +746.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.081 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.072 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.058 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 | -96% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1063.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +108.6% |
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 price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 60.9mg | 0mg | 68% |
| Carbs | 10.82g | 91.56g | 27% |
| Calories | 43kcal | 397kcal | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 0.081g | 2.049g | 9% |
| Folate | 37µg | 0µg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 0g | 7% |
| Copper | 0.045mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 182mg | 3mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Fructose | 3.73g | 5% | |
| Fats | 0.26g | 3.33g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.191mg | 0.004mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.25mg | 0.01mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.038mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.072g | 0.838g | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.357mg | 0.002mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 47µg | 27µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 0.09mg | 1% |
| Choline | 6.1mg | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.08mg | 0.21mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 10mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.47g | 0.03g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.027mg | 0.012mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.12g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 7.82g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 0.7µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.023mg | 0.028mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.058g | 0.121g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.008mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.008mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.002mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.01mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.005mg | 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).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Papaya is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Papaya is lower in Sugar (difference - 60.66g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Papaya contains less Sodium (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Papaya is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.968g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Papaya is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
Papaya is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Papaya is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Papaya is relatively richer in vitamins