Candy bar vs. Cocoa solids — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between candy bar and cocoa solids
- Candy bar has more vitamin B6, vitamin B3, and vitamin E; however, cocoa solids have more copper, iron, fiber, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium.
- Candy bar's daily need coverage for vitamin B6 is 11760% more.
- Candy bar has 41 times more vitamin E than cocoa solids. Candy bar has 4.1mg of vitamin E, while cocoa solids have 0.1mg.
- Candy bar has a higher glycemic index than cocoa solids.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Candies, peanut bar 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +353.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +64.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +274.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1328.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +389.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +72.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +138.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -86.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +208.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +204.3% |
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 | +4000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +28.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +262.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +226.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +129561% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +134.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +145% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +72.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
15.5 g
Fats:
33.7 g
Carbs:
47.4 g
Water:
1.6 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
19.6 g
Fats:
13.7 g
Carbs:
57.9 g
Water:
3 g
Other:
5.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +146% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +26.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +87.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +222.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
4.678 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
16.721 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.65 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.07 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.57 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.44 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -42% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +265.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2320.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 153mg | 0.118mg | 11760% |
| Copper | 0.774mg | 3.788mg | 335% |
| Iron | 0.97mg | 13.86mg | 161% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 37g | 132% |
| Manganese | 1.243mg | 3.837mg | 113% |
| Magnesium | 110mg | 499mg | 93% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.65g | 0.44g | 68% |
| Phosphorus | 308mg | 734mg | 61% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 230mg | 58% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.922mg | 2.185mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 407mg | 1524mg | 33% |
| Fats | 33.7g | 13.7g | 31% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 16.721g | 4.57g | 30% |
| Vitamin E | 4.1mg | 0.1mg | 27% |
| Zinc | 3.94mg | 6.81mg | 26% |
| Selenium | 4.7µg | 14.3µg | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.678g | 8.07g | 15% |
| Calories | 522kcal | 228kcal | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.83mg | 0.254mg | 12% |
| Folate | 75µg | 32µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.241mg | 8% |
| Protein | 15.5g | 19.6g | 8% |
| Sodium | 156mg | 21mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 128mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 47.4g | 57.9g | 4% |
| Choline | 29.4mg | 12mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.078mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.5µg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 43.3g | 20.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 42.22g | 1.75g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.149mg | 0.293mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.52mg | 0.776mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.534mg | 0.76mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.986mg | 1.189mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.545mg | 0.983mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.185mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.787mg | 0.941mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.638mg | 1.177mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.385mg | 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
2748%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
88%
339%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cocoa solids is lower in Sugar (difference - 40.47g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cocoa solids contains less Sodium (difference - 135mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa solids is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cocoa solids is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Candy bar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.392g)
Which food is cheaper?
Candy bar is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Candy bar is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)