Taffy (candy) vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Taffy (candy) and Brown sugar?
- Taffy (candy) is richer in Monounsaturated Fat, yet Brown sugar is richer in Iron, Calcium, and Copper.
- Brown sugar contains less Saturated Fat.
We used Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe and Sugars, brown 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 ZincZinc | +600% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +937.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +4333.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +7000% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +300% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -46.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +71.4% |
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 B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +5400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +3200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
~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:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +261.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +300% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +95.7% |
~equal in
Carbs
~98.09g
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 Sugar |
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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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 397kcal | 380kcal |
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| Protein | 0.03g | 0.12g |
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| Fats | 3.33g | 0g |
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| Net carbs | 91.56g | 98.09g |
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| Carbs | 91.56g | 98.09g |
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| Cholesterol | 9mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 0mg | 9mg |
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| Calcium | 8mg | 83mg |
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| Potassium | 3mg | 133mg |
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| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.71mg |
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| Sugar | 68.48g | 97.02g |
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| Copper | 0mg | 0.047mg |
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| Zinc | 0.21mg | 0.03mg |
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| Phosphorus | 1mg | 4mg |
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| Sodium | 52mg | 28mg |
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| Vitamin A | 100IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 27µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 0mg |
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| Manganese | 0mg | 0.064mg |
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| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.012mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.002mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.004mg | 0.132mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.041mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 0µg | 1µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.131g |
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| Choline | 2.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.049g | 0g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.838g | 0g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g | 0g |
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| Fructose | 1.11g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.013g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.086g |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Sugar (difference - 28.54g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brown sugar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.049g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brown sugar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.