Skittles vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between skittles and taffy (candy)
- Taffy (candy) has less vitamin C.
- Skittles cover your daily vitamin C needs 75% more than taffy (candy).
- Taffy (candy) contains 2 times less saturated fat than skittles. Skittles contain 4.115g of saturated fat, while taffy (candy) contains 2.049g.
- The glycemic index of skittles is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Candies, MARS SNACKFOOD US, SKITTLES Wild Berry Bite Size Candies 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 less SodiumSodium | -71.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
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 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.19 g
Fats:
4.25 g
Carbs:
90.76 g
Water:
3.83 g
Other:
0.97 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +533.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +27.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +321.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +26.6% |
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Carbs
~91.56g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.115 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0 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 | -50.2% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 67.1mg | 0mg | 75% |
| Saturated fat | 4.115g | 2.049g | 9% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.838g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 2% | |
| Zinc | 0.21mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 15mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 1% | |
| Fats | 4.25g | 3.33g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g | 1% | |
| Calcium | 0mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.012mg | 1% | |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 402kcal | 397kcal | 0% |
| Protein | 0.19g | 0.03g | 0% |
| Carbs | 90.76g | 91.56g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 90.76g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Potassium | 3mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 75.92g | 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 | 0.074g | 0.131g | N/A |
| 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
17%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
0%
2%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.44g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.066g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taffy (candy) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taffy (candy) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Skittles is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Skittles contains less Sodium (difference - 37mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Skittles is cheaper (difference - $2)