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Cocoa solids vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Important differences between Cocoa solids and Saffron

  • Cocoa solids have more Copper, Fiber, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Zinc, and Iron, however, Saffron have more Manganese, Vitamin C, and Vitamin B6.
  • Saffron's daily need coverage for Manganese is 1068% more.
  • Cocoa solids have 12 times more Copper than Saffron. Cocoa solids have 3.788mg of Copper, while Saffron has 0.328mg.
  • Saffron is lower in Saturated Fat.

The food varieties used in the comparison are Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened and Spices, saffron.

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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 Calcium +15.3%
Contains more Iron +24.9%
Contains more Magnesium +89%
Contains more Phosphorus +191.3%
Contains less Sodium -85.8%
Contains more Zinc +524.8%
Contains more Copper +1054.9%
Contains more Selenium +155.4%
Contains more Potassium +13.1%
Contains more Manganese +640.4%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 39% 520% 357% 315% 135% 3% 186% 1263% 501% 78%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 34% 417% 189% 108% 153% 20% 30% 110% 3706% 31%
Contains more Calcium +15.3%
Contains more Iron +24.9%
Contains more Magnesium +89%
Contains more Phosphorus +191.3%
Contains less Sodium -85.8%
Contains more Zinc +524.8%
Contains more Copper +1054.9%
Contains more Selenium +155.4%
Contains more Potassium +13.1%
Contains more Manganese +640.4%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B3 +49.7%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +47.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +10.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +755.9%
Contains more Folate +190.6%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 2% 0% 0% 20% 56% 41% 16% 28% 24% 0% 7%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 32% 0% 0% 270% 29% 62% 28% 0% 234% 70% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +49.7%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +47.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +10.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +755.9%
Contains more Folate +190.6%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +71.5%
Contains more Fats +134.2%
Contains more Carbs +12.9%
Contains more Water +296.7%
Equal in Other - 5.45
20% 14% 58% 3% 6%
Protein: 19.6 g
Fats: 13.7 g
Carbs: 57.9 g
Water: 3 g
Other: 5.8 g
11% 6% 65% 12% 5%
Protein: 11.43 g
Fats: 5.85 g
Carbs: 65.37 g
Water: 11.9 g
Other: 5.45 g
Contains more Protein +71.5%
Contains more Fats +134.2%
Contains more Carbs +12.9%
Contains more Water +296.7%
Equal in Other - 5.45

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +965.3%
Contains less Saturated Fat -80.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +369.8%
62% 35% 3%
Saturated Fat: 8.07 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 4.57 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.44 g
39% 11% 51%
Saturated Fat: 1.586 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.067 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +965.3%
Contains less Saturated Fat -80.3%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +369.8%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Cocoa solids Saffron
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Cocoa solids Saffron Opinion
Net carbs 20.9g 61.47g Saffron
Protein 19.6g 11.43g Cocoa solids
Fats 13.7g 5.85g Cocoa solids
Carbs 57.9g 65.37g Saffron
Calories 228kcal 310kcal Saffron
Sugar 1.75g Saffron
Fiber 37g 3.9g Cocoa solids
Calcium 128mg 111mg Cocoa solids
Iron 13.86mg 11.1mg Cocoa solids
Magnesium 499mg 264mg Cocoa solids
Phosphorus 734mg 252mg Cocoa solids
Potassium 1524mg 1724mg Saffron
Sodium 21mg 148mg Cocoa solids
Zinc 6.81mg 1.09mg Cocoa solids
Copper 3.788mg 0.328mg Cocoa solids
Manganese 3.837mg 28.408mg Saffron
Selenium 14.3µg 5.6µg Cocoa solids
Vitamin A 0IU 530IU Saffron
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 27µg Saffron
Vitamin E 0.1mg Cocoa solids
Vitamin C 0mg 80.8mg Saffron
Vitamin B1 0.078mg 0.115mg Saffron
Vitamin B2 0.241mg 0.267mg Saffron
Vitamin B3 2.185mg 1.46mg Cocoa solids
Vitamin B5 0.254mg Cocoa solids
Vitamin B6 0.118mg 1.01mg Saffron
Folate 32µg 93µg Saffron
Vitamin K 2.5µg Cocoa solids
Tryptophan 0.293mg Cocoa solids
Threonine 0.776mg Cocoa solids
Isoleucine 0.76mg Cocoa solids
Leucine 1.189mg Cocoa solids
Lysine 0.983mg Cocoa solids
Methionine 0.202mg Cocoa solids
Phenylalanine 0.941mg Cocoa solids
Valine 1.177mg Cocoa solids
Histidine 0.339mg Cocoa solids
Saturated Fat 8.07g 1.586g Saffron
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.006g Saffron
Monounsaturated Fat 4.57g 0.429g Cocoa solids
Polyunsaturated fat 0.44g 2.067g Saffron

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Cocoa solids Saffron
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
16%
Cocoa solids
60%
Saffron
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
339%
Cocoa solids
479%
Saffron

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.75g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.484g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cocoa solids
Cocoa solids contains less Sodium (difference - 127mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa solids
Cocoa solids is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cocoa solids
Cocoa solids is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Cocoa solids - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169593/nutrients
  2. Saffron - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170934/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.