Cocoa solids vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between cocoa solids and saffron
- Cocoa solids have more copper, fiber, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, and iron; however, saffron has more manganese, vitamin C, and vitamin B6.
- Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1068% more.
- Cocoa solids have 12 times more copper than saffron. Cocoa solids have 3.788mg of copper, while saffron has 0.328mg.
- Saffron is lower in saturated Fat.
- Saffron has a higher glycemic index than cocoa solids.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened and Spices, saffron.
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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 | +89% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +15.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +24.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1054.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +524.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +191.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +155.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +640.4% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +49.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +47.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +10.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +755.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +190.6% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +71.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +134.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +12.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +296.7% |
~equal in
Other
~5.45g
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
1.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.067 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +965.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -80.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +369.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 228kcal | 310kcal |
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| Protein | 19.6g | 11.43g |
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| Fats | 13.7g | 5.85g |
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| Vitamin C | 0mg | 80.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 20.9g | 61.47g |
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| Carbs | 57.9g | 65.37g |
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| Magnesium | 499mg | 264mg |
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| Calcium | 128mg | 111mg |
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| Potassium | 1524mg | 1724mg |
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| Iron | 13.86mg | 11.1mg |
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| Sugar | 1.75g |
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| Fiber | 37g | 3.9g |
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| Copper | 3.788mg | 0.328mg |
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| Zinc | 6.81mg | 1.09mg |
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| Phosphorus | 734mg | 252mg |
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| Sodium | 21mg | 148mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 530IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 27µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.1mg |
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| Manganese | 3.837mg | 28.408mg |
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| Selenium | 14.3µg | 5.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.078mg | 0.115mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.241mg | 0.267mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.185mg | 1.46mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.254mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.118mg | 1.01mg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.5µg |
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| Folate | 32µg | 93µg |
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| Choline | 12mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 8.07g | 1.586g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 4.57g | 0.429g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.44g | 2.067g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.293mg |
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| Threonine | 0.776mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.76mg |
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| Leucine | 1.189mg |
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| Lysine | 0.983mg |
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| Methionine | 0.202mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.941mg |
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| Valine | 1.177mg |
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| Histidine | 0.339mg |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g |
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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%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
339%
479%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.75g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.484g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cocoa solids contains less Sodium (difference - 127mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa solids is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cocoa solids is relatively richer in minerals
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.