Taffy (candy) vs. Tapioca — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between taffy (candy) and tapioca
- Taffy (candy) contains less phosphorus, vitamin B2, vitamin B12, calcium, and vitamin B5 than tapioca.
- Tapioca's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 12% higher.
- Tapioca contains 2 times less saturated fat than taffy (candy). Taffy (candy) contains 2.049g of saturated fat, while tapioca contains 0.991g.
- Taffy (candy) has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of taffy (candy) is 51, while the glycemic index of tapioca is 78.
The food types used in this comparison are Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe and Puddings, tapioca, dry mix, prepared with 2% milk.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -57% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1212.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +4333.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +500% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +66.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +8100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +185.7% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +74.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1091.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +6825% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +2400% |
| 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:
2.88 g
Fats:
1.67 g
Carbs:
19.56 g
Water:
75.01 g
Other:
0.88 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +99.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +368.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +9500% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1446.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +282.6% |
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
0.991 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.452 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.061 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +85.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +98.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -51.6% |
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 | 19.56g | 24% |
| Calories | 397kcal | 105kcal | 15% |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 82mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 105mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0.25µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.012mg | 0.143mg | 10% |
| Protein | 0.03g | 2.88g | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.004mg | 0.277mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0.9µg | 5% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.049g | 0.991g | 5% |
| Potassium | 3mg | 133mg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 34IU | 4% | |
| Fats | 3.33g | 1.67g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 0mg | 12mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 52mg | 121mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.033mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 47µg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 2µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.21mg | 0.35mg | 1% |
| Folate | 0µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0.06mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.012mg | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 6mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.838g | 0.452g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 91.56g | 19.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 68.48g | N/A | |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.007mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.002mg | 0.075mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g | 0.061g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.13mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.173mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.282mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.228mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.073mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.139mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.192mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.078mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.086g | N/A |
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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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13%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tapioca is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tapioca is lower in Sugar (difference - 68.48g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tapioca is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.058g)
Which food is cheaper?
Tapioca is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tapioca is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tapioca is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taffy (candy) contains less Sodium (difference - 69mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)