Carob vs. Cocoa solids — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Carob and Cocoa solids?
- Carob is richer in Calcium, yet Cocoa solids are richer in Copper, Manganese, Iron, Fiber, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc, and Potassium.
- Cocoa solids' daily need coverage for Copper is 401% higher.
- Carob has 4 times more Saturated Fat than Cocoa solids. Carob has 29.018g of Saturated Fat, while Cocoa solids have 8.07g.
We used Candies, carob, unsweetened and Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened types in this comparison.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +136.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1286.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +140.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +974.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1969.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +92.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +482.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -80.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2640.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +175% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +1470% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +28.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +195.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +208% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +58.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +35.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +110.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +52.4% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.15 g
Fats:
31.36 g
Carbs:
56.29 g
Water:
1.54 g
Other:
2.66 g
Protein:
19.6 g
Fats:
13.7 g
Carbs:
57.9 g
Water:
3 g
Other:
5.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +128.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +140.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +94.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +118% |
~equal in
Carbs
~57.9g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
29.018 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.483 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.295 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 | -72.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +846.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +49.2% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 540kcal | 228kcal |
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| Protein | 8.15g | 19.6g |
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| Fats | 31.36g | 13.7g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 52.49g | 20.9g |
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| Carbs | 56.29g | 57.9g |
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| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 36mg | 499mg |
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| Calcium | 303mg | 128mg |
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| Potassium | 633mg | 1524mg |
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| Iron | 1.29mg | 13.86mg |
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| Sugar | 34.11g | 1.75g |
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| Fiber | 3.8g | 37g |
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| Copper | 0.183mg | 3.788mg |
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| Zinc | 3.53mg | 6.81mg |
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| Phosphorus | 126mg | 734mg |
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| Sodium | 107mg | 21mg |
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| Vitamin A | 10IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 1µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 1.57mg | 0.1mg |
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| Manganese | 0.14mg | 3.837mg |
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| Selenium | 5.2µg | 14.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.078mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.178mg | 0.241mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.04mg | 2.185mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.75mg | 0.254mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.118mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.28µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 7.7µg | 2.5µg |
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| Folate | 21µg | 32µg |
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| Choline | 19mg | 12mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 29.018g | 8.07g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.483g | 4.57g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.295g | 0.44g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.293mg |
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| Threonine | 0.776mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.76mg |
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| Leucine | 1.189mg |
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| Lysine | 0.983mg |
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| Methionine | 0.202mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.941mg |
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| Valine | 1.177mg |
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| Histidine | 0.339mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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| Low Calories diet |
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| Low Fats diet |
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| Low Carbs 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
21%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
339%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cocoa solids is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cocoa solids is lower in Sugar (difference - 32.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cocoa solids contains less Sodium (difference - 86mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cocoa solids is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 20.948g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa solids is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cocoa solids is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Carob is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Carob is relatively richer in vitamins