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Candies, sesame crunch vs Pectin, liquid

Original comparison by NutriVerdict

Bottom line: Pectin, liquid is the more nutrient-dense of the two, scoring 84 of 100 to 50 for Candies, sesame crunch.

Liquid pectin scores far higher for nutrient density, 84 of 100, compared with sesame crunch candy's 50 of 100. The candy carries 516 calories, 11.6 g protein, and 31.2 g sugar per 100 g, while pectin has just 11 calories, no protein, and no sugar, though it does supply 2.1 g fiber against the candy's higher 7.7 g fiber.

Choose pectin when you want a low-calorie, low-sugar ingredient with essentially no macros to speak of; choose sesame crunch when you specifically want its protein and fiber content alongside the sweetness, understanding it also brings 33.3 g fat and 167 mg sodium per 100 g. One honest note: pectin is typically used in small amounts as a setting agent, not eaten in 100 g portions, so this comparison is more informative on paper than in a real serving.

Head to head, per 100 g

MetricCandies, sesame crunchPectin, liquid
Nutrient Density Score5084
Calories516 kcal11 kcal
Protein12 g0 g
Carbohydrate50 g2.1 g
Dietary fiber7.7 g2.1 g
Sugars31 g0 g
Total fat33 g0 g
Saturated fat4.7 g0 g
Sodium167 mg0 mg
Potassium307 mg0 mg
Calcium639 mg0 mg
Iron4.3 mg0 mg
Magnesium251 mg0 mg
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg
Vitamin A0 ug0 ug
Vitamin E0.2 mg0 mg
Cholesterol0 mg0 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain

Frequently asked questions

Is Pectin, liquid healthier than Candies, sesame crunch?

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie, Pectin, liquid scores higher, 84 of 100 to 50. Both can fit a balanced diet; the score reflects nutrients per calorie, not a whole-diet judgement.

Which has more protein, Candies, sesame crunch or Pectin, liquid?

Candies, sesame crunch has more protein, 11.6 g per 100 g to 0 g.

Which has fewer calories?

Pectin, liquid is lower in calories, 11 kcal per 100 g to 516 kcal.

Which has more fiber?

Candies, sesame crunch has more dietary fiber, 7.7 g per 100 g to 2.1 g.

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