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Balsamic vinegar vs. Cocoa solids — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Balsamic vinegar and Cocoa solids

  • Cocoa solids are richer than Balsamic vinegar in Copper, Iron, Manganese, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Potassium, and Calcium.
  • Daily need coverage for Copper from Cocoa solids is 418% higher.
  • Balsamic vinegar contains 9 times more Sugar than Cocoa solids. Balsamic vinegar contains 14.95g of Sugar, while Cocoa solids contain 1.75g.

Food types used in this article are Vinegar, balsamic and Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 8.6% 8.1% 9.9% 27% 8.7% 2.2% 8.1% 3% 17% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 356% 38% 134% 520% 1263% 186% 315% 2.7% 500% 78%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +4058.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +374.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1260.7%
Contains more IronIron +1825%
Contains more CopperCopper +14469.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +8412.5%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +3763.2%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +2829%
~equal in Sodium ~21mg

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0% 2% 0% 20% 56% 41% 15% 27% 0% 6.3% 24% 6.5%
~equal in Vitamin C ~0mg
~equal in Vitamin A ~0IU
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
17% 76% 6%
Protein: 0.49 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbs: 17.03 g
Water: 76.45 g
Other: 6.03 g
20% 14% 58% 3% 6%
Protein: 19.6 g
Fats: 13.7 g
Carbs: 57.9 g
Water: 3 g
Other: 5.8 g
Contains more WaterWater +2448.3%
Contains more ProteinProtein +3900%
Contains more FatsFats +∞%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +240%
~equal in Other ~5.8g

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Balsamic vinegar Cocoa solids Opinion
Calories 88kcal 228kcal Cocoa solids
Protein 0.49g 19.6g Cocoa solids
Fats 0g 13.7g Cocoa solids
Net carbs 17.03g 20.9g Cocoa solids
Carbs 17.03g 57.9g Cocoa solids
Magnesium 12mg 499mg Cocoa solids
Calcium 27mg 128mg Cocoa solids
Potassium 112mg 1524mg Cocoa solids
Iron 0.72mg 13.86mg Cocoa solids
Sugar 14.95g 1.75g Cocoa solids
Fiber 37g Cocoa solids
Copper 0.026mg 3.788mg Cocoa solids
Zinc 0.08mg 6.81mg Cocoa solids
Phosphorus 19mg 734mg Cocoa solids
Sodium 23mg 21mg Cocoa solids
Vitamin E 0.1mg Cocoa solids
Manganese 0.131mg 3.837mg Cocoa solids
Selenium 14.3µg Cocoa solids
Vitamin B1 0.078mg Cocoa solids
Vitamin B2 0.241mg Cocoa solids
Vitamin B3 2.185mg Cocoa solids
Vitamin B5 0.254mg Cocoa solids
Vitamin B6 0.118mg Cocoa solids
Vitamin K 2.5µg Cocoa solids
Folate 32µg Cocoa solids
Choline 12mg Cocoa solids
Saturated Fat 0g 8.07g Balsamic vinegar
Monounsaturated Fat 4.57g Cocoa solids
Polyunsaturated fat 0.44g 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
Fructose 7.38g Balsamic vinegar

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Balsamic vinegar Cocoa solids
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
0%
Balsamic vinegar
15%
Cocoa solids
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Balsamic vinegar
339%
Cocoa solids

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cocoa solids
Cocoa solids is lower in Sugar (difference - 13.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cocoa solids
Cocoa solids contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa solids
Cocoa solids is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
Which food is cheaper?
Cocoa solids
Cocoa solids is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cocoa solids
Cocoa solids is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cocoa solids
Cocoa solids is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Balsamic vinegar
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 8.07g)

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. Balsamic vinegar - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172241/nutrients
  2. Cocoa solids - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169593/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.