Chocolate milk vs. Water — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between chocolate milk and water
- Water contains less phosphorus, calcium, and copper than chocolate milk.
- Daily need coverage for phosphorus for chocolate milk is 14% higher.
- Chocolate milk has a higher glycemic index than water.
Food types used in this article are Milk, chocolate, fluid, commercial, whole, with added vitamin A and vitamin D and Beverages, water, tap, well.
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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 | +1200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3633.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +306.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +4000% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.7% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.17 g
Fats:
3.39 g
Carbs:
10.34 g
Water:
82.3 g
Other:
0.8 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
99.9 g
Other:
0.1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +700% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +21.4% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Phosphorus | 101mg | 0mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.162mg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 112mg | 3mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.104g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3µg | 7% | |
| Protein | 3.17g | 0g | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 51IU | 6% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.295mg | 6% | |
| Copper | 0.065mg | 0.016mg | 5% |
| Fats | 3.39g | 0g | 5% |
| Potassium | 167mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.41mg | 0.01mg | 4% |
| Calories | 83kcal | 0kcal | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.037mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.04mg | 3% | |
| Choline | 17mg | 3% | |
| Manganese | 0.077mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 1.9µg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.24mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.8g | 0g | 3% |
| Magnesium | 13mg | 1mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 10.34g | 0g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 3% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.99g | 2% | |
| Sodium | 60mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.125mg | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.124g | 1% | |
| Folate | 5µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 9.54g | 0g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9.54g | N/A | |
| Vitamin E | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.041mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.164mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.3mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.083mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.164mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.208mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.096mg | 0% | |
| Caffeine | 1mg | 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
13%
0%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
1%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Water is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Water is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.54g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Water contains less Sodium (difference - 55mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Water is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.104g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Water is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is cheaper?
Water is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate milk is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate milk is relatively richer in vitamins