Cocoa bean vs. Turmeric — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are cocoa bean and turmeric different?
- Cocoa bean is higher in copper, magnesium, phosphorus, fiber, vitamin B2, and zinc; however, turmeric is richer in manganese, iron, and vitamin E.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for turmeric is 698% higher.
- Cocoa bean contains 4 times more saturated fat than turmeric. While cocoa bean contains 7.76g of saturated fat, turmeric contains only 1.838g.
Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened, processed with alkali and Spices, turmeric, ground 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 | +128.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +20.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +177.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +41.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +143.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -29.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +112.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +51.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +254.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +429.8% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +89.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +206.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +77.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +4330% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +113.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +458.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +331.6% |
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:
9.68 g
Fats:
3.25 g
Carbs:
67.14 g
Water:
12.85 g
Other:
7.08 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +87% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +303.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +375.9% |
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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
1.838 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.449 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.756 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +877.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +80% |
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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| Manganese | 3.737mg | 19.8mg | 698% |
| Iron | 15.52mg | 55mg | 494% |
| Copper | 3.607mg | 1.3mg | 256% |
| Magnesium | 476mg | 208mg | 64% |
| Phosphorus | 728mg | 299mg | 61% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 4.43mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 29.8g | 22.7g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 7.76g | 1.838g | 27% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.46mg | 0.15mg | 24% |
| Caffeine | 78mg | 0mg | 20% |
| Protein | 18.1g | 9.68g | 17% |
| Zinc | 6.37mg | 4.5mg | 17% |
| Fats | 13.1g | 3.25g | 15% |
| Selenium | 13.2µg | 6.2µg | 13% |
| Potassium | 2509mg | 2080mg | 13% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.39g | 0.449g | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 13.4µg | 9% |
| Choline | 11.4mg | 49.2mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.4mg | 1.35mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 168mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.254mg | 0.542mg | 6% |
| Calories | 220kcal | 312kcal | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.058mg | 4% |
| Folate | 32µg | 20µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 58.3g | 67.14g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.42g | 0.756g | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.45g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.118mg | 0.107mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.5g | 44.44g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.76g | 3.21g | N/A |
| Sodium | 19mg | 27mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.056g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.271mg | 0.17mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.716mg | 0.33mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.701mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.097mg | 0.81mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.907mg | 0.38mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.187mg | 0.14mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.869mg | 0.53mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.086mg | 0.66mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.312mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.081g | 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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23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
343%
575%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Turmeric is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.922g)
Which food is cheaper?
Turmeric is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cocoa bean is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.45g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cocoa bean contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa bean is lower in glycemic index (difference - 0)
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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