Watermelon vs. Taffy (candy) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are watermelon and taffy (candy) different?
- Watermelon is richer in vitamin A and vitamin C, while taffy (candy) is higher in monounsaturated fat.
- Watermelon is lower in sugar.
- Watermelon has a higher glycemic index (76) than taffy (candy) (51).
Watermelon, raw and Candies, taffy, prepared-from-recipe types were used 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +3633.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2300% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1000% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +14.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +110% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +75% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +17.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +75% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +8800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +5425% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +80% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.61 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
7.55 g
Water:
91.45 g
Other:
0.24 g
Protein:
0.03 g
Fats:
3.33 g
Carbs:
91.56 g
Water:
4.85 g
Other:
0.23 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1933.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1785.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2120% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1112.7% |
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Other
~0.23g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.016 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.037 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 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 | -99.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2164.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +142% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Carbs | 7.55g | 91.56g | 28% |
| Calories | 30kcal | 397kcal | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 0.016g | 2.049g | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 8.1mg | 0mg | 9% |
| Fats | 0.15g | 3.33g | 5% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Fructose | 3.36g | 4% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.221mg | 0.004mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.045mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.24mg | 0.01mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 112mg | 3mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 0g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.037g | 0.838g | 2% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.038mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.021mg | 0.012mg | 1% |
| Choline | 4.1mg | 1% | |
| Folate | 3µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.61g | 0.03g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.178mg | 0.002mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 0.21mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 11mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 0.7µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.15g | 91.56g | N/A |
| Calcium | 7mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 6.2g | 68.48g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.05mg | 0.09mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 27µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.033mg | 0.028mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0.3µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.131g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.121g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.007mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.019mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.062mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.015mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.006mg | 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
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Watermelon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Watermelon is lower in Sugar (difference - 62.28g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Watermelon contains less Sodium (difference - 51mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Watermelon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.033g)
Which food is cheaper?
Watermelon is cheaper (difference - $1.9)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Watermelon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taffy (candy) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
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.