Chocolate vs. Cayenne pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between chocolate and cayenne pepper
- Chocolate has more copper, while cayenne pepper has more vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin B6, fiber, vitamin B2, vitamin K, vitamin B3, and potassium.
- Cayenne pepper covers your daily need for vitamin A, 831% more than chocolate.
- Chocolate contains 6 times more saturated fat than cayenne pepper. While chocolate contains 18.519g of saturated fat, cayenne pepper contains only 3.26g.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids and Spices, pepper, red or cayenne.
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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 CopperCopper | +175.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -20% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +164.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +260.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +23.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +40.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +193.3% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +103950% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +5424.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1212% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1738% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1100.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +5733.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +891.4% |
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:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +81.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +146.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +729.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +255.3% |
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Carbs
~56.63g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.519 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.54 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.092 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.26 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.37 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +246.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -82.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +666.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 2081µg | 231% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 29.83mg | 195% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 2.45mg | 185% |
| Vitamin C | 76.4mg | 85% | |
| Fiber | 7g | 27.2g | 81% |
| Copper | 1.028mg | 0.373mg | 73% |
| Saturated fat | 18.519g | 3.26g | 69% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.919mg | 67% |
| Vitamin K | 8.1µg | 80.3µg | 60% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.725mg | 8.701mg | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.092g | 8.37g | 49% |
| Potassium | 559mg | 2014mg | 43% |
| Folate | 106µg | 27% | |
| Manganese | 1.419mg | 2mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.328mg | 25% |
| Fats | 31.28g | 17.27g | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.54g | 2.75g | 17% |
| Protein | 4.88g | 12.01g | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 206mg | 293mg | 12% |
| Caffeine | 43mg | 0mg | 11% |
| Calories | 546kcal | 318kcal | 11% |
| Selenium | 3µg | 8.8µg | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.23µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 148mg | 9% |
| Choline | 51.5mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 6% | |
| Zinc | 2.01mg | 2.48mg | 4% |
| Iron | 8.02mg | 7.8mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 61.17g | 56.63g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 146mg | 152mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 54.17g | 29.43g | N/A |
| Sugar | 47.9g | 10.34g | N/A |
| Sodium | 24mg | 30mg | 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 |
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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 contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Sugar (difference - 37.56g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 15.259g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins