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Taffy (candy) vs. Merlot — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between taffy (candy) and merlot

  • Taffy (candy) contains less manganese and iron than merlot.
  • Merlot has 110 times less sugar than taffy (candy). Taffy (candy) has 68.48g of sugar, while merlot has 0.62g.
  • Taffy (candy) has a higher glycemic index than merlot.

Food types used in this article are Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe and Alcoholic Beverage, wine, table, red, Merlot.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 2.4% 0.26% 0.38% 0% 5.7% 0.43% 6.8% 0% 3.8%
Merlot
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 8.6% 2.4% 11% 17% 3.7% 3.8% 9.9% 0.52% 17% 1.1%
Contains more ZincZinc +50%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +250%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +∞%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +4133.3%
Contains more IronIron +4500%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +2200%
Contains less SodiumSodium -92.3%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
~equal in Calcium ~8mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 9% 1.8% 0% 7% 2.8% 0.04% 0.24% 0% 1.3% 0.75% 0% 0%
Merlot
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Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 1.3% 7.2% 4.2% 1.8% 13% 0% 0% 0.75% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +460%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +158.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +11100%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +650%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
3% 92% 5%
Protein: 0.03 g
Fats: 3.33 g
Carbs: 91.56 g
Water: 4.85 g
Other: 0.23 g
Merlot
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3% 87% 11%
Protein: 0.07 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 2.51 g
Water: 86.59 g
Other: 10.83 g
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +3547.8%
Contains more ProteinProtein +133.3%
Contains more WaterWater +1685.4%
Contains more OtherOther +4608.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Taffy (candy) Merlot
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in price Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Taffy (candy) Merlot DV% diff.
Carbs 91.56g 2.51g 30%
Calories 397kcal 83kcal 16%
Saturated fat 2.049g 9%
Manganese 0mg 0.132mg 6%
Iron 0.01mg 0.46mg 6%
Fats 3.33g 0g 5%
Vitamin B6 0mg 0.057mg 4%
Potassium 3mg 127mg 4%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Magnesium 0mg 12mg 3%
Phosphorus 1mg 23mg 3%
Vitamin A 27µg 3%
Monounsaturated fat 0.838g 2%
Vitamin B1 0.028mg 0.005mg 2%
Sodium 52mg 4mg 2%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.121g 1%
Vitamin B5 0.004mg 0.03mg 1%
Vitamin B3 0.002mg 0.224mg 1%
Vitamin B2 0.012mg 0.031mg 1%
Vitamin E 0.09mg 1%
Selenium 0.7µg 0.2µg 1%
Zinc 0.21mg 0.14mg 1%
Copper 0mg 0.011mg 1%
Protein 0.03g 0.07g 0%
Net carbs 91.56g 2.51g N/A
Calcium 8mg 8mg 0%
Sugar 68.48g 0.62g N/A
Vitamin B12 0.01µg 0µg 0%
Vitamin K 0.3µg 0%
Folate 0µg 1µg 0%
Trans fat 0.131g 0g N/A
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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is better in case of low diet
Taffy (candy) Merlot
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Taffy (candy)
2%
Merlot
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Taffy (candy)
8%
Merlot

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Merlot
Merlot is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Merlot
Merlot is lower in Sugar (difference - 67.86g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Merlot
Merlot contains less Sodium (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Merlot
Merlot is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.049g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Merlot
Merlot is lower in glycemic index (difference - 36)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Merlot
Merlot is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Taffy (candy) - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169670/nutrients
  2. Merlot - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171925/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.