Tomato vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between tomatoes and taffy (candy)
- Taffy (candy) contains less vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, copper, vitamin K, and vitamin B6 than tomatoes.
- Tomatoes' daily need coverage for vitamin C is 15% higher.
- The amount of saturated fat in tomatoes is lower.
- Tomatoes have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of tomatoes is 23, while the glycemic index of taffy (candy) is 51.
The food types used in this comparison are Tomatoes, red, ripe, raw, year round average 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 | +25% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +7800% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2600% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2300% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +23.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +55.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +32.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +58.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +29600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +2125% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2533.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.88 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
3.89 g
Water:
94.52 g
Other:
0.51 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2833.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1848.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +121.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1565% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2253.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.028 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.031 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.083 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.049 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.838 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.121 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2603.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +45.8% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 3.89g | 91.56g | 29% |
| Calories | 18kcal | 397kcal | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 13.7mg | 0mg | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 0.028g | 2.049g | 9% |
| Potassium | 237mg | 3mg | 7% |
| Copper | 0.059mg | 0mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 7.9µg | 0.3µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 0g | 5% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 3.33g | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.114mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Folate | 15µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.594mg | 0.002mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 24mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 0.09mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.27mg | 0.01mg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.031g | 0.838g | 2% |
| Fructose | 1.37g | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.089mg | 0.004mg | 2% |
| Protein | 0.88g | 0.03g | 2% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 42µg | 27µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.019mg | 0.012mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.037mg | 0.028mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Choline | 6.7mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 2.69g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Calcium | 10mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.63g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.17mg | 0.21mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083g | 0.121g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.014mg | 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
12%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tomato is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Tomato is lower in Sugar (difference - 65.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tomato contains less Sodium (difference - 47mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tomato is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.021g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tomato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Tomato is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tomato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tomato is relatively richer in vitamins