Cocoa bean vs. Maple sugar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cocoa bean and maple sugar?
- Cocoa bean is richer in copper, iron, fiber, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, vitamin B2, and selenium, yet maple sugar is richer in manganese.
- Cocoa bean's daily need coverage for copper is 390% higher.
- Maple sugar contains less saturated fat.
We used Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened, processed with alkali and Sugars, maple 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 | +2405.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +23.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +815.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +864% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +3543.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +24166.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1550% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +18.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +1122.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +3438.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +5900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +429.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +3833.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +442.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.1 g
Fats:
13.1 g
Carbs:
58.3 g
Water:
2.7 g
Other:
7.8 g
Protein:
0.1 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
90.9 g
Water:
8 g
Other:
0.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18000% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6450% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +875% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +55.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +196.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.76 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.39 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.42 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.036 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.064 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.1 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +6759.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +320% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.5% |
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 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 |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 3.607mg | 0.099mg | 390% |
| Iron | 15.52mg | 1.61mg | 174% |
| Fiber | 29.8g | 0g | 119% |
| Magnesium | 476mg | 19mg | 109% |
| Phosphorus | 728mg | 3mg | 104% |
| Potassium | 2509mg | 274mg | 66% |
| Protein | 18.1g | 0.1g | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 7.76g | 0.036g | 35% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.46mg | 0.013mg | 34% |
| Manganese | 3.737mg | 4.422mg | 30% |
| Selenium | 13.2µg | 0.8µg | 23% |
| Caffeine | 78mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Fats | 13.1g | 0.2g | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.4mg | 0.04mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.39g | 0.064g | 11% |
| Carbs | 58.3g | 90.9g | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.118mg | 0.003mg | 9% |
| Folate | 32µg | 0µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.009mg | 8% |
| Calories | 220kcal | 354kcal | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.254mg | 0.048mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 6.37mg | 6.06mg | 3% |
| Choline | 11.4mg | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.42g | 0.1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 90mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.5g | 90.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.76g | 84.87g | N/A |
| Sodium | 19mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.271mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.716mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.701mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.097mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.907mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.869mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.086mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.312mg | 0% |
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
20%
1%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
343%
91%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Maple sugar contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Maple sugar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.724g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cocoa bean is lower in Sugar (difference - 83.11g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa bean is lower in glycemic index (difference - 63)
Which food is cheaper?
Cocoa bean is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cocoa bean is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cocoa bean is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)