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Nutritional Density
Food guide

Hard Candy

Hard Candy is a commonly used food in everyday diets worldwide.

Plant-Based
Hard Candy, a nutrient-dense plant-based food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of hard candy for fair comparison. Typical serving: 30 g — 118 kcal per 30 g serving.

Nutrition information for Hard Candy
NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (30 g)Per 100 kcal
Energy393 kcal118 kcal100 kcal
Protein0 g0 g0 g
Carbohydrate98 g29.4 g24.9 g
Fat0.3 g0.1 g0.1 g
Fibre0 g0 g0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of hard candy, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Hard Candy
NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (30 g)% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A0 µg0 µg0%
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg0%
Vitamin D0 µg0 µg0%
Vitamin E0 mg0 mg0%
Vitamin K0 µg0 µg0%
Thiamin0.004 mg0.001 mg<1%
Riboflavin0.003 mg0.001 mg<1%
Niacin0.007 mg0.002 mg<1%
Vitamin B60.003 mg0.001 mg<1%
Folate0 µg0 µg0%
Vitamin B120 µg0 µg0%
Pantothenic acid0.008 mg0.002 mg<1%
Choline0 mg0 mg0%
Minerals
Calcium3 mg0.9 mg<1%
Iron0.3 mg0.09 mg2%
Magnesium3 mg0.9 mg<1%
Phosphorus3 mg0.9 mg<1%
Potassium5 mg1.5 mg<1%
Sodium38 mg11.4 mg2%
Zinc0.01 mg0.003 mg<1%
Selenium0.6 µg0.18 µg1%
Copper0.029 mg0.009 mg3%
Manganese0.01 mg0.003 mg<1%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Candies, hard

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat hard candy?

  • A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
  • Hard Candy is a commonly used food in everyday diets worldwide.

How to include it

  • Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
  • Typical pairing ideas: Rice, Vegetables, Eggs.

Things to consider

  • Easy to over-consume relative to hunger; treat as an occasional or measured item.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.

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