Vegetable vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between vegetable and taffy (candy)?
- Taffy (candy) has less vitamin A, vitamin K, fiber, manganese, iron, copper, vitamin B2, phosphorus, and vitamin B6 than vegetable.
- Vegetable's daily need coverage for vitamin A is 84% higher.
- Vegetable contains less saturated fat.
- Taffy (candy) has a lower glycemic index than vegetable.
We used Vegetables, mixed, frozen, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt and Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe types in this comparison.
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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 | +212.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +5533.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +8100% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +133.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +5000% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -32.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +133.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +692.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +322.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +153.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +42450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +3675% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +7733.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.86 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
13.09 g
Water:
83.23 g
Other:
0.67 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +9433.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1616.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +191.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2120% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +599.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.031 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.01 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.072 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 | -98.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +8280% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +68.1% |
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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| 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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| Carbs | 13.09g | 91.56g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 214µg | 27µg | 21% |
| Vitamin K | 23.5µg | 0.3µg | 19% |
| Fiber | 4.4g | 0g | 18% |
| Calories | 65kcal | 397kcal | 17% |
| Manganese | 0.379mg | 0mg | 16% |
| Iron | 0.82mg | 0.01mg | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 0.031g | 2.049g | 9% |
| Copper | 0.083mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.12mg | 0.012mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 51mg | 1mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.074mg | 0mg | 6% |
| Protein | 2.86g | 0.03g | 6% |
| Potassium | 169mg | 3mg | 5% |
| Fats | 0.15g | 3.33g | 5% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Folate | 19µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.851mg | 0.002mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.071mg | 0.028mg | 4% |
| Choline | 24.1mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin C | 3.2mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.151mg | 0.004mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 0.21mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 0.09mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.01g | 0.838g | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.3µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Sodium | 35mg | 52mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 8.69g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.12g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.072g | 0.121g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.029mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.115mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.139mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.19mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.17mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.034mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.12mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.149mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.073mg | 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
20%
2%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
19%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Vegetable is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Vegetable is lower in Sugar (difference - 65.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vegetable contains less Sodium (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Vegetable is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.018g)
Which food is cheaper?
Vegetable is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Vegetable is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Vegetable is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)