Amaranth vs. Chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between amaranth and chocolate
- Amaranth has more vitamin B6; however, chocolate has more copper, iron, manganese, fiber, magnesium, potassium, zinc, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for copper for chocolate is 98% higher.
- Chocolate has 3 times less vitamin B6 than amaranth. Amaranth has 0.113mg of vitamin B6, while chocolate has 0.042mg.
- Amaranth has a higher glycemic index than chocolate.
Food types used in this article are Amaranth grain, cooked and Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -75% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +83.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +124.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +19.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +314.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +281.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +589.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +133.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +39.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +66.2% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +169% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +184.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +127.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +208.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +7648.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +28.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1879.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +227.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +120.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
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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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.149mg | 1.028mg | 98% |
| Saturated fat | 18.519g | 84% | |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 8.02mg | 74% |
| Fats | 1.58g | 31.28g | 46% |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 1.419mg | 25% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.54g | 24% | |
| Calories | 102kcal | 546kcal | 22% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 7g | 20% |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 146mg | 19% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 61.17g | 14% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 559mg | 12% |
| Caffeine | 43mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.23µg | 10% | |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 2.01mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 206mg | 8% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.092g | 7% | |
| Vitamin K | 8.1µg | 7% | |
| Folate | 22µg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 6% | |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 3µg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.042mg | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 0.725mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.54mg | 2% |
| Protein | 3.8g | 4.88g | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 56mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.025mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 54.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 47.9g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.112g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g | 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 glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 74)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.519g)