Twizzlers vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Twizzlers and Taffy (candy)
- Taffy (candy) contains less Monounsaturated Fat than Twizzlers.
- Taffy (candy) is lower in Sodium.
Food types used in this article are Candies, TWIZZLERS NIBS CHERRY BITS 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 PotassiumPotassium | +1133.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2700% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2300% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -73.3% |
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 | +∞% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.3 g
Fats:
2.64 g
Carbs:
79.37 g
Water:
15 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 | +7566.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +209.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +200% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +26.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.4% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.54 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
1.88 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.14 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 | -73.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +124.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +15.7% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 347kcal | 397kcal |
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| Protein | 2.3g | 0.03g |
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| Fats | 2.64g | 3.33g |
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| Net carbs | 78.77g | 91.56g |
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| Carbs | 79.37g | 91.56g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg |
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| Calcium | 8mg | 8mg | |
| Potassium | 37mg | 3mg |
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| Iron | 0.28mg | 0.01mg |
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| Sugar | 51.35g | 68.48g |
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| Fiber | 0.6g | 0g |
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| Zinc | 0.21mg |
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| Phosphorus | 24mg | 1mg |
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| Sodium | 195mg | 52mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 100IU |
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| Vitamin A | 27µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.09mg |
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| Selenium | 0.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.012mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.002mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.004mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.3µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.131g |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.54g | 2.049g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.88g | 0.838g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.14g | 0.121g |
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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?
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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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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Twizzlers is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Twizzlers is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.13g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Twizzlers is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.509g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Twizzlers is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is cheaper?
Twizzlers is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taffy (candy) contains less Sodium (difference - 143mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taffy (candy) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.