Toffee vs. Brown sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between toffee and brown sugar?
- Toffee is higher in vitamin A, vitamin E, and vitamin B2, yet brown sugar is higher in iron.
- Toffee's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 103% more.
- The amount of saturated fat in brown sugar is lower.
- The glycemic index of toffee is lower.
We used Candies, toffee, prepared-from-recipe and Sugars, brown 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 ZincZinc | +300% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +700% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +125% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +144.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +160.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2266.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1466.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3100% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +50% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +279.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +355.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.07 g
Fats:
32.75 g
Carbs:
64.72 g
Water:
0.55 g
Other:
0.91 g
Protein:
0.12 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
98.09 g
Water:
1.34 g
Other:
0.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +791.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +102.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +51.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +143.6% |
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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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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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 20.565g | 0g | 93% |
| Fats | 32.75g | 0g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 319µg | 0µg | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 104mg | 0mg | 35% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.964g | 0g | 22% |
| Carbs | 64.72g | 98.09g | 11% |
| Calories | 560kcal | 380kcal | 9% |
| Iron | 0.03mg | 0.71mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.222g | 0g | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.94mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 83mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.11µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.068mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.003mg | 0.047mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 135mg | 28mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 32mg | 4mg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.002mg | 0.064mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.8µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.009mg | 0.041mg | 2% |
| Protein | 1.07g | 0.12g | 2% |
| Potassium | 51mg | 133mg | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Magnesium | 4mg | 9mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.12mg | 0.03mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.008mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.029mg | 0.11mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.8µg | 1.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 64.72g | 98.09g | N/A |
| Sugar | 63.47g | 97.02g | N/A |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.134mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Folate | 2µg | 1µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.674g | N/A | |
| Choline | 2.3mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.445g | 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
14%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
11%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Toffee is lower in Sugar (difference - 33.55g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Toffee is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Toffee is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Brown sugar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 104mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Brown sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 107mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brown sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 20.565g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brown sugar is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brown sugar is relatively richer in minerals