Cocoa bean vs. Chia seeds — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between cocoa bean and chia seeds
- Cocoa bean has more copper, iron, potassium, manganese, magnesium, and vitamin B2; however, chia seeds have more selenium, calcium, vitamin B1, and vitamin B3.
- Cocoa bean's daily need coverage for copper is 298% more.
- Cocoa bean has 6 times more potassium than chia seeds. Cocoa bean has 2509mg of potassium, while chia seeds have 407mg.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened, processed with alkali and Seeds, chia seeds, dried.
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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 | +42.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +516.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +101% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +290.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +39.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +37.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +468.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -15.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +318.2% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +170.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +463.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +267.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +53.1% |
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:
16.54 g
Fats:
30.74 g
Carbs:
42.12 g
Water:
5.8 g
Other:
4.8 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +38.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +62.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +134.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +114.8% |
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Protein
~16.54g
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
3.33 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
23.665 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +90.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -57.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5534.5% |
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 3.607mg | 0.924mg | 298% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.42g | 23.665g | 155% |
| Iron | 15.52mg | 7.72mg | 98% |
| Selenium | 13.2µg | 55.2µg | 76% |
| Potassium | 2509mg | 407mg | 62% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 631mg | 52% |
| Manganese | 3.737mg | 2.723mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.62mg | 43% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.4mg | 8.83mg | 40% |
| Magnesium | 476mg | 335mg | 34% |
| Fats | 13.1g | 30.74g | 27% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.46mg | 0.17mg | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 7.76g | 3.33g | 20% |
| Caffeine | 78mg | 20% | |
| Phosphorus | 728mg | 860mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 29.8g | 34.4g | 18% |
| Zinc | 6.37mg | 4.58mg | 16% |
| Calories | 220kcal | 486kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.118mg | 9% | |
| Carbs | 58.3g | 42.12g | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.254mg | 5% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.39g | 2.309g | 5% |
| Folate | 32µg | 49µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 0.5mg | 3% |
| Protein | 18.1g | 16.54g | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 1.6mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
| Choline | 11.4mg | 2% | |
| Net carbs | 28.5g | 7.72g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.76g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 19mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.14g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.271mg | 0.436mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.716mg | 0.709mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.701mg | 0.801mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.097mg | 1.371mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.907mg | 0.97mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.187mg | 0.588mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.869mg | 1.016mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.086mg | 0.95mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.312mg | 0.531mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 17.83g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 5.835g | 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
20%
32%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
343%
221%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cocoa bean is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa bean is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chia seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.76g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chia seeds contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Chia seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.43g)
Which food is cheaper?
Chia seeds is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.