Taffy (candy) vs. Pot roast — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between taffy (candy) and pot roast
- Taffy (candy) has less vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, iron, vitamin B3, phosphorus, vitamin B6, and vitamin B2.
- Pot roast covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 88% more than taffy (candy).
- The glycemic index of taffy (candy) is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe and Beef, chuck, arm pot roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, braised.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +7600% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24100% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3071.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17300% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3757.1% |
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 | +466.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +110.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1325% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +205150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +14175% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +21200% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +500% |
| 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:
28.94 g
Fats:
19.17 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
51.9 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +-2400% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +96366.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +475.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +970.1% |
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
7.548 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.175 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.708 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -72.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +875.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +485.1% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 2.13µg | 88% |
| Zinc | 0.21mg | 6.66mg | 59% |
| Protein | 0.03g | 28.94g | 58% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 27µg | 48% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 116mg | 36% |
| Carbs | 91.56g | 0g | 31% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 2.42mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.002mg | 4.105mg | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 174mg | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 2.049g | 7.548g | 25% |
| Fats | 3.33g | 19.17g | 24% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.283mg | 22% |
| Choline | 110.2mg | 20% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.838g | 8.175g | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.012mg | 0.171mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.004mg | 0.571mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.099mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 3mg | 231mg | 7% |
| Calories | 397kcal | 297kcal | 5% |
| Magnesium | 0mg | 19mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g | 0.708g | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0.059mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 0.51mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Folate | 0µg | 9µg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 8mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 1.8µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 91.56g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 68.48g | 0g | N/A |
| Sodium | 52mg | 47mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.19mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.156mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.317mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.302mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.446mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.754mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.143mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.436mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.924mg | 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
2%
45%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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57%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 107mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.499g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pot roast is lower in Sugar (difference - 68.48g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pot roast contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pot roast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is cheaper?
Pot roast is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pot roast is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pot roast is relatively richer in vitamins