Cottage cheese vs. Chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Cottage cheese and Chocolate
- Cottage cheese has more Selenium, however, Chocolate has more Copper, Iron, Manganese, Magnesium, Fiber, Zinc, and Potassium.
- Daily need coverage for Copper from Chocolate is 111% higher.
- Chocolate has 15 times less Sodium than Cottage cheese. Cottage cheese has 364mg of Sodium, while Chocolate has 24mg.
Food types used in this article are Cheese, cottage, creamed, large or small curd 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 more CalciumCalcium | +48.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +223.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1725% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +437.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +11357.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3444.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +402.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +29.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +70850% |
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 AVitamin A | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +226% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +87.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +87% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin E Vitamin E | +575% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +632.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.12 g
Fats:
4.3 g
Carbs:
3.38 g
Water:
79.79 g
Other:
1.41 g
Protein:
4.88 g
Fats:
31.28 g
Carbs:
61.17 g
Water:
0.97 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +127.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +8125.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +627.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1709.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +20.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.718 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.778 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.123 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
18.519 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
9.54 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.092 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -90.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +1126.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +787.8% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
2.67 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
46.25 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
1.65 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +61.8% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
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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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 98kcal | 546kcal |
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| Protein | 11.12g | 4.88g |
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| Fats | 4.3g | 31.28g |
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| Net carbs | 3.38g | 54.17g |
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| Carbs | 3.38g | 61.17g |
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| Cholesterol | 17mg | 8mg |
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| Vitamin D | 3IU |
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| Magnesium | 8mg | 146mg |
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| Calcium | 83mg | 56mg |
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| Potassium | 104mg | 559mg |
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| Iron | 0.07mg | 8.02mg |
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| Sugar | 2.67g | 47.9g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 7g |
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| Copper | 0.029mg | 1.028mg |
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| Zinc | 0.4mg | 2.01mg |
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| Phosphorus | 159mg | 206mg |
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| Sodium | 364mg | 24mg |
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| Vitamin A | 140IU | 50IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 37µg | 2µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.08mg | 0.54mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.002mg | 1.419mg |
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| Selenium | 9.7µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.027mg | 0.025mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.163mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.099mg | 0.725mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.557mg | 0.297mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 0.042mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.43µg | 0.23µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 8.1µg |
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| Folate | 12µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.112g |
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| Choline | 18.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.718g | 18.519g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.778g | 9.54g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.123g | 1.092g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.147mg |
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| Threonine | 0.5mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.591mg |
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| Leucine | 1.116mg |
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| Lysine | 0.934mg |
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| Methionine | 0.269mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.577mg |
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| Valine | 0.748mg |
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| Histidine | 0.326mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g |
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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
14%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
23%
116%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cottage cheese is lower in Sugar (difference - 45.23g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cottage cheese is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 16.801g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cottage cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cottage cheese is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chocolate is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 9mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 340mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)