Chocolate vs. Longan — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between chocolate and longan
- Chocolate has more iron, copper, manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, fiber, zinc, vitamin B12, and potassium; however, longan has more vitamin B2.
- Daily need coverage for iron for chocolate is 99% higher.
- Longan has a higher glycemic index than chocolate.
Food types used in this article are Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids and Longans, raw.
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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 | +1360% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +5500% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +110.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +6069.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +508.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3920% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +881% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2628.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +141.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +24% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +180% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +272.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +31180% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +304% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +142.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +8430.9% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 8.02mg | 0.13mg | 99% |
| Copper | 1.028mg | 0.169mg | 95% |
| Vitamin C | 84mg | 93% | |
| Saturated fat | 18.519g | 84% | |
| Manganese | 1.419mg | 0.052mg | 59% |
| Fats | 31.28g | 0.1g | 48% |
| Magnesium | 146mg | 10mg | 32% |
| Phosphorus | 206mg | 21mg | 26% |
| Calories | 546kcal | 60kcal | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.54g | 24% | |
| Fiber | 7g | 1.1g | 24% |
| Zinc | 2.01mg | 0.05mg | 18% |
| Carbs | 61.17g | 15.14g | 15% |
| Caffeine | 43mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.23µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Potassium | 559mg | 266mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 8.1µg | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.092g | 7% | |
| Protein | 4.88g | 1.31g | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.14mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 1mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 6% | |
| Selenium | 3µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.725mg | 0.3mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 3% | |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 24mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.031mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 54.17g | 14.04g | N/A |
| Sugar | 47.9g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0.112g | 0g | N/A |
| Threonine | 0.034mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.046mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.013mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.03mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.012mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 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?
Longan is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Longan is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Longan contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Longan is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.519g)
Which food is cheaper?
Longan is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 22)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate is relatively richer in vitamins