Taffy (candy) vs. Beefsteak raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between taffy (candy) and beefsteak raw?
- Taffy (candy) has less vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B2, and potassium than beefsteak raw.
- Beefsteak raw's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 112% higher.
- Beefsteak raw has a lower glycemic index than taffy (candy).
We used Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe and Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +60% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +12400% |
| Contains more IronIron | +19900% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2423.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +21900% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3885.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +1250% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +167.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1416.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +252300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +26800% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +400% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
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:
21.38 g
Fats:
5.36 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
72.93 g
Other:
0.33 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +71166.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +61% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1403.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +43.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.049 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.838 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.121 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.875 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.354 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.189 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +180.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +56.2% |
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Saturated fat
~1.875g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 2.69µg | 112% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 27.9µg | 49% |
| Zinc | 0.21mg | 5.3mg | 46% |
| Protein | 0.03g | 21.38g | 43% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.543mg | 42% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.002mg | 5.048mg | 32% |
| Carbs | 91.56g | 0g | 31% |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 220mg | 31% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 2mg | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 67mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.012mg | 0.182mg | 13% |
| Calories | 397kcal | 134kcal | 13% |
| Potassium | 3mg | 375mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.079mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 0mg | 25mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.838g | 2.354g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0.075mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 2µg | 3% |
| Fats | 3.33g | 5.36g | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 1.5µg | 1% |
| Folate | 0µg | 3µg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 2.049g | 1.875g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 91.56g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin D | 3IU | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 68.48g | 0g | N/A |
| Sodium | 52mg | 55mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.004mg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | 0.253g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g | 0.189g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.262mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.099mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.09mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.011mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.247mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.621mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.931mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.152mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.868mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.008g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.086g | 0.142g | 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
2%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
55%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 58mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taffy (candy) contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Taffy (candy) is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Beefsteak raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 68.48g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beefsteak raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.174g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beefsteak raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Beefsteak raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Beefsteak raw is relatively richer in vitamins