Taffy (candy) vs. Sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Taffy (candy) and Sugar?
- Taffy (candy) is richer than Sugar in Monounsaturated Fat.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Sugar is lower.
We used Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe and Sugars, granulated 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +700% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +50% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2000% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +16.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +400% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| 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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +58.3% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
99.98 g
Water:
0.02 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +24150% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
~equal in
Carbs
~99.98g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 397kcal | 387kcal |
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| Protein | 0.03g | 0g |
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| Fats | 3.33g | 0g |
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| Net carbs | 91.56g | 99.98g |
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| Carbs | 91.56g | 99.98g |
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| Cholesterol | 9mg | 0mg |
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| Calcium | 8mg | 1mg |
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| Potassium | 3mg | 2mg |
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| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.05mg |
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| Sugar | 68.48g | 99.8g |
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| Copper | 0mg | 0.007mg |
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| Zinc | 0.21mg | 0.01mg |
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| Phosphorus | 1mg | 0mg |
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| Sodium | 52mg | 1mg |
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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 | 0.004mg |
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| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.012mg | 0.019mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.002mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.004mg | 0mg |
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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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| 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?
is better in case of low diet
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs diet |
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| Low Glycemic Index 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%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%
1%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Taffy (candy) is lower in Sugar (difference - 31.32g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taffy (candy) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taffy (candy) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sugar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.049g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar is cheaper (difference - $1.9)