Cocoa solids vs. Powdered milk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between cocoa solids and powdered milk?
- Cocoa solids are higher in copper, iron, manganese, fiber, and magnesium, yet powdered milk is higher in vitamin B12, calcium, vitamin B2, and vitamin B5.
- Cocoa solids' daily need coverage for copper is 412% more.
- The amount of saturated fat in cocoa solids is lower.
We used Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened and Milk, dry, whole, without added vitamin D types 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 | +487.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +14.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2848.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +4635% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +103.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +9492.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +612.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +14% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +238.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +13.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +480% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +262.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +794.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +155.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +15.6% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +878.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.6 g
Fats:
13.7 g
Carbs:
57.9 g
Water:
3 g
Other:
5.8 g
Protein:
26.32 g
Fats:
26.71 g
Carbs:
38.42 g
Water:
2.47 g
Other:
6.08 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +50.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +21.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +34.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +95% |
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Other
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.07 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.57 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.44 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
16.742 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.924 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.665 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -51.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +73.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +51.1% |
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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| Copper | 3.788mg | 0.08mg | 412% |
| Iron | 13.86mg | 0.47mg | 167% |
| Manganese | 3.837mg | 0.04mg | 165% |
| Fiber | 37g | 0g | 148% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 3.25µg | 135% |
| Magnesium | 499mg | 85mg | 99% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 912mg | 78% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.241mg | 1.205mg | 74% |
| Caffeine | 230mg | 0mg | 58% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.254mg | 2.271mg | 40% |
| Saturated fat | 8.07g | 16.742g | 39% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 97mg | 32% |
| Zinc | 6.81mg | 3.34mg | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 258µg | 29% |
| Fats | 13.7g | 26.71g | 20% |
| Choline | 12mg | 117.4mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.283mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 21mg | 371mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.118mg | 0.302mg | 14% |
| Protein | 19.6g | 26.32g | 13% |
| Calories | 228kcal | 496kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 8.6mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.185mg | 0.646mg | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.57g | 7.924g | 8% |
| Carbs | 57.9g | 38.42g | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 734mg | 776mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 1524mg | 1330mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 14.3µg | 16.3µg | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 20IU | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 0.58mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.5µg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.44g | 0.665g | 2% |
| Folate | 32µg | 37µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 20.9g | 38.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.75g | 38.42g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 2.2µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.293mg | 0.371mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.776mg | 1.188mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.76mg | 1.592mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.189mg | 2.578mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.983mg | 2.087mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.202mg | 0.66mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.941mg | 1.271mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.177mg | 1.762mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.339mg | 0.714mg | 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
15%
93%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
339%
106%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Powdered milk is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Powdered milk is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cocoa solids is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cocoa solids is lower in Sugar (difference - 36.67g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cocoa solids contains less Sodium (difference - 350mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cocoa solids is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.672g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa solids is lower in glycemic index (difference - 8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.