Chocolate vs. Mexican tea — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between chocolate and Mexican tea?
- Chocolate is richer in copper, iron, phosphorus, fiber, vitamin B12, and zinc, yet Mexican tea is richer in manganese, vitamin B2, calcium, and vitamin B6.
- Chocolate's daily need coverage for copper is 93% higher.
We used Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids and Epazote, raw 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +20.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +326.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +441.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +82.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +139.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -44.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +233.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +391.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +118.3% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +13.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +65.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +12% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +596% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +261.9% |
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:
0.33 g
Fats:
0.52 g
Carbs:
7.44 g
Water:
89.21 g
Other:
2.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1378.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5915.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +722.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +9096.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +47.1% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 1.028mg | 0.19mg | 93% |
| Saturated fat | 18.519g | 84% | |
| Iron | 8.02mg | 1.88mg | 77% |
| Manganese | 1.419mg | 3.098mg | 73% |
| Folate | 215µg | 54% | |
| Fats | 31.28g | 0.52g | 47% |
| Calories | 546kcal | 32kcal | 26% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.54g | 24% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.348mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 275mg | 22% |
| Carbs | 61.17g | 7.44g | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 206mg | 86mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 7g | 3.8g | 13% |
| Caffeine | 43mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.23µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Protein | 4.88g | 0.33g | 9% |
| Zinc | 2.01mg | 1.1mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.152mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.092g | 7% | |
| Vitamin K | 8.1µg | 7% | |
| Magnesium | 146mg | 121mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 3µg | 0.9µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin C | 3.6mg | 4% | |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 559mg | 633mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 0.179mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.725mg | 0.639mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 24mg | 43mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 54.17g | 3.64g | N/A |
| Sugar | 47.9g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.028mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.112g | 0g | N/A |
| 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
9%
25%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
116%
84%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Mexican tea is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Mexican tea is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.9g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mexican tea is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.519g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mexican tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 19mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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