Taffy (candy) vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Taffy (candy) and Corn syrup
- Taffy (candy) has more Monounsaturated Fat, while Corn syrup has more Copper.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Corn syrup is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe and Syrups, corn, dark.
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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 | +425% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +125% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1366.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3600% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1000% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +314.3% |
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 | +154.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +475% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
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 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
77.59 g
Water:
22.01 g
Other:
0.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +18% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +353.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +73.9% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 397kcal | 286kcal |
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| Protein | 0.03g | 0g |
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| Fats | 3.33g | 0g |
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| Net carbs | 91.56g | 77.59g |
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| Carbs | 91.56g | 77.59g |
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| Cholesterol | 9mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 0mg | 8mg |
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| Calcium | 8mg | 18mg |
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| Potassium | 3mg | 44mg |
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| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.37mg |
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| Sugar | 68.48g | 77.59g |
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| Copper | 0mg | 0.053mg |
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| Zinc | 0.21mg | 0.04mg |
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| Phosphorus | 1mg | 11mg |
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| Sodium | 52mg | 155mg |
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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 | 0.1mg |
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| Selenium | 0.7µg | 2.9µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0.011mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.012mg | 0.009mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.002mg | 0.02mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.004mg | 0.023mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.009mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.131g |
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| Choline | 13.3mg |
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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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| 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?
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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
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1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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10%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.11g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taffy (candy) contains less Sodium (difference - 103mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)
Which food is cheaper?
Taffy (candy) is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.049g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Corn syrup 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.