Taffy (candy) vs. Aspartame — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
How are Taffy (candy) and Aspartame different?
- Taffy (candy) has more Monounsaturated Fat than Aspartame.
- Aspartame has less Saturated Fat.
Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe and Sweeteners, tabletop, aspartame, EQUAL, packets are the varieties used in this article.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2000% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +40% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +33.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +300% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
Protein:
2.17 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
89.08 g
Water:
8.75 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +7133.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +80.4% |
~equal in
Carbs
~89.08g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Lower in Sugar |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Lower in Cholesterol |
|
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated Fat |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in price |
|
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
Opinion |
| Calories | 397kcal | 365kcal |
|
| Protein | 0.03g | 2.17g |
|
| Fats | 3.33g | 0g |
|
| Net carbs | 91.56g | 89.08g |
|
| Carbs | 91.56g | 89.08g |
|
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 0mg |
|
| Calcium | 8mg | 0mg |
|
| Potassium | 3mg | 4mg |
|
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.04mg |
|
| Sugar | 68.48g | 80.7g |
|
| Zinc | 0.21mg | 0.01mg |
|
| Starch | 8.36g |
|
|
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 0mg |
|
| Sodium | 52mg | 0mg |
|
| Vitamin A | 100IU | 0IU |
|
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 0µg |
|
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 0mg |
|
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.5µg |
|
| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0mg |
|
| Vitamin B2 | 0.012mg | 0mg |
|
| Vitamin B3 | 0.002mg | 0mg |
|
| Vitamin B5 | 0.004mg | 0mg |
|
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0µg |
|
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0µg |
|
| Trans Fat | 0.131g |
|
|
| Saturated Fat | 2.049g | 0g |
|
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.838g | 0g |
|
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g | 0g |
|
| Phenylalanine | 1.186mg |
|
|
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.013g |
|
|
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.086g |
|
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
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
2%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
0%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taffy (candy) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.22g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taffy (candy) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Aspartame is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Aspartame contains less Sodium (difference - 52mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Aspartame is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.049g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Aspartame is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is cheaper?
Aspartame is cheaper (difference - $2)