Amaranth vs. Cocoa solids — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between amaranth and cocoa solids?
- Cocoa solids are richer than amaranth in copper, iron, fiber, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, potassium, vitamin B2, and selenium.
- Cocoa solids' daily need coverage for copper is 404% more.
- The glycemic index of cocoa solids is lower.
We used Amaranth grain, cooked and Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened types 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 less SodiumSodium | -71.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +667.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +172.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1028.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +560% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2442.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +691.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +395.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +349.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +160% |
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 EVitamin E | +90% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +420% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +995.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +829.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +45.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.8 g
Fats:
1.58 g
Carbs:
18.69 g
Water:
75.16 g
Other:
0.77 g
Protein:
19.6 g
Fats:
13.7 g
Carbs:
57.9 g
Water:
3 g
Other:
5.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +2405.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +415.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +767.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +209.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +653.2% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.149mg | 3.788mg | 404% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 13.86mg | 147% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 37g | 140% |
| Manganese | 0.854mg | 3.837mg | 130% |
| Magnesium | 65mg | 499mg | 103% |
| Phosphorus | 148mg | 734mg | 84% |
| Caffeine | 230mg | 58% | |
| Zinc | 0.86mg | 6.81mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 135mg | 1524mg | 41% |
| Saturated fat | 8.07g | 37% | |
| Protein | 3.8g | 19.6g | 32% |
| Fats | 1.58g | 13.7g | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.022mg | 0.241mg | 17% |
| Selenium | 5.5µg | 14.3µg | 16% |
| Carbs | 18.69g | 57.9g | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.235mg | 2.185mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.57g | 11% | |
| Calcium | 47mg | 128mg | 8% |
| Starch | 16.23g | 7% | |
| Calories | 102kcal | 228kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.078mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.254mg | 5% | |
| Folate | 22µg | 32µg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.44g | 3% | |
| Choline | 12mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 6mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 16.59g | 20.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.75g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.113mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.293mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.776mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.76mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.189mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.983mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.202mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.941mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.177mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.339mg | 0% |
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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15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
339%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa solids is lower in glycemic index (difference - 73)
Which food is cheaper?
Cocoa solids is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cocoa solids is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cocoa solids is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Amaranth is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Amaranth is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.75g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Amaranth contains less Sodium (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Amaranth is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.07g)