Chocolate vs. Maple syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Chocolate and Maple syrup
- Chocolate has more Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Fiber, Potassium, and Vitamin B12, however, Maple syrup is higher in Vitamin B2, and Manganese.
- Chocolate covers your daily Copper needs 112% more than Maple syrup.
- Maple syrup has less Saturated Fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids and Syrups, maple.
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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 | +595.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +163.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +7190.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +5611.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +36.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +10200% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +400% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +82.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +104.9% |
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 E Vitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +795.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +725% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2000% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +164% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2440% |
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:
0.04 g
Fats:
0.06 g
Carbs:
67.04 g
Water:
32.39 g
Other:
0.47 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12100% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +52033.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +261.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3239.2% |
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Carbs
~67.04g
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
0.007 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.011 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.017 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +86627.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +6323.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -100% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
46.25 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
1.65 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
58.32 g
Glucose:
1.6 g
Fructose:
0.52 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +26.1% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
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Starch
~0g
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Maltose
~0g
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Galactose
~0g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 546kcal | 260kcal |
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| Protein | 4.88g | 0.04g |
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| Fats | 31.28g | 0.06g |
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| Net carbs | 54.17g | 67.04g |
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| Carbs | 61.17g | 67.04g |
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| Cholesterol | 8mg | 0mg |
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| Magnesium | 146mg | 21mg |
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| Calcium | 56mg | 102mg |
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| Potassium | 559mg | 212mg |
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| Iron | 8.02mg | 0.11mg |
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| Sugar | 47.9g | 60.46g |
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| Fiber | 7g | 0g |
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| Copper | 1.028mg | 0.018mg |
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| Zinc | 2.01mg | 1.47mg |
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| Phosphorus | 206mg | 2mg |
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| Sodium | 24mg | 12mg |
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| Vitamin A | 50IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 2µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 0mg |
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| Manganese | 1.419mg | 2.908mg |
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| Selenium | 3µg | 0.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.066mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 1.27mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.725mg | 0.081mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | 0.036mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.042mg | 0.002mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.23µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.1µg | 0µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.112g |
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| Choline | 1.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 18.519g | 0.007g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.54g | 0.011g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.092g | 0.017g |
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| Fructose | 0g | 0.52g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g |
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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%
24%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
116%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Maple syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Maple syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Maple syrup is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 18.512g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.56g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.