Chocolate vs. Jelly bean — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between chocolate and jelly bean
- The amount of copper, iron, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, fiber, zinc, potassium, and caffeine in chocolate is higher than in jelly bean.
- Chocolate covers your daily copper needs 111% more than jelly bean.
- Jelly bean has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of jelly bean is 80, while the glycemic index of chocolate is 23.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids and Candies, jellybeans.
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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 | +7200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1766.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1410.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +6069.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3571.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3920% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +5050% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -52% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3954.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +172.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +525% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +354.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +8962.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +3200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +950% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
4.88 g
Fats:
31.28 g
Carbs:
61.17 g
Water:
0.97 g
Other:
1.7 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0.05 g
Carbs:
93.55 g
Water:
6.3 g
Other:
0.1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +62460% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1600% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +52.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +549.5% |
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 1.028mg | 0.028mg | 111% |
| Iron | 8.02mg | 0.13mg | 99% |
| Saturated fat | 18.519g | 0g | 84% |
| Manganese | 1.419mg | 0.035mg | 60% |
| Fats | 31.28g | 0.05g | 48% |
| Magnesium | 146mg | 2mg | 34% |
| Phosphorus | 206mg | 4mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 7g | 0.2g | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.54g | 0g | 24% |
| Zinc | 2.01mg | 0.05mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 559mg | 37mg | 15% |
| Caffeine | 43mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 61.17g | 93.55g | 11% |
| Protein | 4.88g | 0g | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.23µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Calories | 546kcal | 375kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 8.1µg | 0µg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.092g | 0g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 0.009mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 3mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.725mg | 0.008mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 3µg | 1.1µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.011mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.004mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.004mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 24mg | 50mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 54.17g | 93.35g | N/A |
| Sugar | 47.9g | 70g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.112g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g | N/A |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Jelly bean is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Jelly bean is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.519g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate is lower in Sugar (difference - 22.1g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 26mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 57)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)