Cocoa bean vs. Sesame — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are cocoa bean and sesame different?
- Cocoa bean is higher in fiber, potassium, manganese, magnesium, and vitamin B2; however, sesame is richer in calcium, vitamin B1, copper, vitamin B6, and selenium.
- Daily need coverage for calcium for sesame is 86% higher.
- Cocoa bean contains 5 times more potassium than sesame. While cocoa bean contains 2509mg of potassium, sesame contains only 468mg.
Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened, processed with alkali and Seeds, sesame seeds, whole, dried are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +35.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +436.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +51.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +778.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +13.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +21.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -42.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +160.6% |
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 | +86.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +408% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +619.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +88.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +569.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +203.1% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +124.6% |
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:
17.73 g
Fats:
49.67 g
Carbs:
23.45 g
Water:
4.69 g
Other:
4.46 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +148.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +74.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +279.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +73.7% |
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Protein
~17.73g
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
6.957 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.759 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
21.773 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -10.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +327.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5084% |
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 minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.42g | 21.773g | 142% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 975mg | 86% |
| Fiber | 29.8g | 11.8g | 72% |
| Potassium | 2509mg | 468mg | 60% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.791mg | 57% |
| Manganese | 3.737mg | 2.46mg | 56% |
| Fats | 13.1g | 49.67g | 56% |
| Copper | 3.607mg | 4.082mg | 53% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.118mg | 0.79mg | 52% |
| Selenium | 13.2µg | 34.4µg | 39% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.39g | 18.759g | 36% |
| Magnesium | 476mg | 351mg | 30% |
| Caffeine | 78mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Calories | 220kcal | 573kcal | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.46mg | 0.247mg | 16% |
| Folate | 32µg | 97µg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 728mg | 629mg | 14% |
| Zinc | 6.37mg | 7.75mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.4mg | 4.515mg | 13% |
| Iron | 15.52mg | 14.55mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 58.3g | 23.45g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 7.76g | 6.957g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.254mg | 0.05mg | 4% |
| Choline | 11.4mg | 25.6mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Protein | 18.1g | 17.73g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 0.25mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.5g | 11.65g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.76g | 0.3g | N/A |
| Sodium | 19mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.271mg | 0.388mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.716mg | 0.736mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.701mg | 0.763mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.097mg | 1.358mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.907mg | 0.569mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.187mg | 0.586mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.869mg | 0.94mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.086mg | 0.99mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.312mg | 0.522mg | 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%
47%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
343%
348%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sesame is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.46g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sesame contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sesame is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.803g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa bean is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
Which food is cheaper?
Cocoa bean is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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