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

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What are the differences between taffy (candy) and fish sandwiches?

  • Fish sandwiches are richer than taffy (candy) in selenium, vitamin B12, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, folate, manganese, and vitamin K.
  • Fish sandwiches' daily need coverage for selenium is 31% more.
  • The amount of sodium in taffy (candy) is lower.

We used Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe and Fast foods, fish sandwich, with tartar sauce types in this article.

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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%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 18% 11% 18% 56% 25% 13% 50% 79% 34% 98%
Contains less SodiumSodium -91.4%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +∞%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +362.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +6766.7%
Contains more IronIron +14900%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +133.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +11500%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +2471.4%

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.
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%
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 6% 2% 11% 3% 53% 32% 40% 22% 16% 85% 34% 35% 16%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +350%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +511.1%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +650%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +1066.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +107400%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +9150%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +6700%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +4433.3%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%

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
10% 12% 27% 48% 2%
Protein: 10.29 g
Fats: 12.45 g
Carbs: 26.69 g
Water: 48.44 g
Other: 2.13 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +243%
Contains more ProteinProtein +34200%
Contains more FatsFats +273.9%
Contains more WaterWater +898.8%
Contains more OtherOther +826.1%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
68% 28% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.049 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.838 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.121 g
18% 24% 58%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.949 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.595 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 6.257 g
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +209.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +5071.1%
~equal in Saturated fat ~1.949g

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) Fish sandwich
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Taffy (candy) Fish sandwich DV% diff.
Polyunsaturated fat 0.121g 6.257g 41%
Selenium 0.7µg 18µg 31%
Vitamin B12 0.01µg 0.68µg 28%
Sodium 52mg 602mg 24%
Carbs 91.56g 26.69g 22%
Protein 0.03g 10.29g 21%
Iron 0.01mg 1.5mg 19%
Phosphorus 1mg 116mg 16%
Vitamin B1 0.028mg 0.21mg 15%
Fats 3.33g 12.45g 14%
Vitamin B3 0.002mg 2.15mg 13%
Folate 0µg 46µg 12%
Manganese 0mg 0.264mg 11%
Vitamin K 0.3µg 13.6µg 11%
Vitamin B2 0.012mg 0.14mg 10%
Cholesterol 9mg 35mg 9%
Copper 0mg 0.075mg 8%
Vitamin B5 0.004mg 0.37mg 7%
Calories 397kcal 257kcal 7%
Potassium 3mg 206mg 6%
Magnesium 0mg 25mg 6%
Choline 28.9mg 5%
Vitamin B6 0mg 0.07mg 5%
Monounsaturated fat 0.838g 2.595g 4%
Fiber 0g 1g 4%
Vitamin E 0.09mg 0.55mg 3%
Calcium 8mg 37mg 3%
Zinc 0.21mg 0.49mg 3%
Vitamin A 27µg 6µg 2%
Vitamin C 0mg 1.8mg 2%
Fructose 1.47g 2%
Vitamin D 0.2µg 1%
Vitamin D 9IU 1%
Net carbs 91.56g 25.69g N/A
Sugar 68.48g 3.53g N/A
Trans fat 0.131g 0.08g N/A
Saturated fat 2.049g 1.949g 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0g 0.029g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0g 0.064g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.013g 0.489g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.003g N/A
Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid 0.001g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.023g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.002g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.086g 5.561g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Taffy (candy) Fish sandwich
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)
27%
Fish sandwich
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
Taffy (candy)
40%
Fish sandwich

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Taffy (candy)
Taffy (candy) is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 26mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taffy (candy)
Taffy (candy) contains less Sodium (difference - 550mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy)
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is lower in Sugar (difference - 64.95g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.1g)
Which food is cheaper?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fish sandwich
Fish sandwich is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Fish sandwich - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170296/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.