Taffy (candy) vs. Jícama raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between taffy (candy) and jícama raw
- Taffy (candy) has more monounsaturated fat; however, jícama raw is higher in vitamin C, fiber, iron, and copper.
- Jícama raw covers your daily vitamin C needs 22% more than taffy (candy).
- Jícama raw contains 168 times less monounsaturated fat than taffy (candy). Taffy (candy) contains 0.838g of monounsaturated fat, while jícama raw contains 0.005g.
- Jícama raw has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of taffy (candy) is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe and Yambean (jicama), raw.
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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 | +31.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +4900% |
| Contains more IronIron | +5900% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1700% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
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 | +2600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +411.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +141.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +9900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +3275% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| 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:
0.72 g
Fats:
0.09 g
Carbs:
8.82 g
Water:
90.07 g
Other:
0.3 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +3600% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +938.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2300% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1757.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +30.4% |
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
0.021 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.005 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.043 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +16660% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +181.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99% |
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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| Carbs | 91.56g | 8.82g | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 20.2mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 0g | 4.9g | 20% |
| Calories | 397kcal | 38kcal | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 2.049g | 0.021g | 9% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.6mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.048mg | 5% |
| Fats | 3.33g | 0.09g | 5% |
| Potassium | 3mg | 150mg | 4% |
| Folate | 0µg | 12µg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.06mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 1µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.042mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.004mg | 0.135mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 0mg | 12mg | 3% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 52mg | 4mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 0.46mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.838g | 0.005g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g | 0.043g | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.012mg | 0.029mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.002mg | 0.2mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.03g | 0.72g | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0.02mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 91.56g | 3.92g | N/A |
| Calcium | 8mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 68.48g | 1.8g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.21mg | 0.16mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.7µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0.3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | 0g | N/A |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0% | |
| 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
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10%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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9%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Jícama raw is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Jícama raw is lower in Sugar (difference - 66.68g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Jícama raw contains less Sodium (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jícama raw is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.028g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)
Which food is cheaper?
Jícama raw is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Jícama raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Jícama raw is relatively richer in vitamins