Teff vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between teff and taffy (candy)
- Taffy (candy) has less manganese, iron, copper, phosphorus, vitamin B1, magnesium, fiber, zinc, vitamin B6, and vitamin B3.
- Teff covers your daily manganese needs 124% more than taffy (candy).
Food varieties used in this article are Teff, cooked and Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe.
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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 | +512.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +3466.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +20400% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +428.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11900% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -84.6% |
| 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 B1Vitamin B1 | +553.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +175% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +45350% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.87 g
Fats:
0.65 g
Carbs:
19.86 g
Water:
74.93 g
Other:
0.69 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12800% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1444.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +200% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +412.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +361% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.86mg | 0mg | 124% |
| Iron | 2.05mg | 0.01mg | 26% |
| Copper | 0.226mg | 0mg | 25% |
| Carbs | 19.86g | 91.56g | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 120mg | 1mg | 17% |
| Calories | 101kcal | 397kcal | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.183mg | 0.028mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 50mg | 0mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 0g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.049g | 9% | |
| Protein | 3.87g | 0.03g | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.11mg | 0.21mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.097mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.909mg | 0.002mg | 6% |
| Folate | 18µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 8mg | 4% |
| Fats | 0.65g | 3.33g | 4% |
| Potassium | 107mg | 3mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.838g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.033mg | 0.012mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.09mg | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.121g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 17.06g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 68.48g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.004mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.131g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.149mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.146mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.311mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.109mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.125mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.203mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.2mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.088mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
67%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Teff is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Teff is lower in Sugar (difference - 68.48g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Teff contains less Sodium (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Teff is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.049g)
Which food is cheaper?
Teff is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Teff is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)
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.