Dashi vs. Hot chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between dashi and hot chocolate?
- Dashi is richer in vitamin K, selenium, vitamin B2, choline, vitamin B3, and phosphorus, yet hot chocolate is richer in copper and vitamin B12.
- Dashi's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 56% higher.
- Dashi has 24 times more sodium than hot chocolate. Dashi has 1067mg of sodium, while hot chocolate has 44mg.
We used Soup, bouillon cubes and granules, low sodium, dry and Milk, chocolate beverage, hot cocoa, homemade types in this comparison.
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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 | +143.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +64% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +56.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +145.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +58.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +922.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +600% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.9% |
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 CVitamin C | +450% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +2300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +156.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +136.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1749.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +33350% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +320% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +634% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +104% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +63.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.7 g
Fats:
13.89 g
Carbs:
64.88 g
Water:
2.3 g
Other:
2.23 g
Protein:
3.52 g
Fats:
2.34 g
Carbs:
10.74 g
Water:
82.45 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +374.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +493.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +504.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +134.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +3484.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.433 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.365 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.485 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.431 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.677 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.084 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +692.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5239.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -58.3% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 66.9µg | 0.2µg | 56% |
| Selenium | 27.6µg | 2.7µg | 45% |
| Sodium | 1067mg | 44mg | 44% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.485g | 0.084g | 29% |
| Protein | 16.7g | 3.52g | 26% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.43mg | 0.182mg | 19% |
| Choline | 114.5mg | 15.6mg | 18% |
| Calories | 438kcal | 77kcal | 18% |
| Carbs | 64.88g | 10.74g | 18% |
| Fats | 13.89g | 2.34g | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.46mg | 0.133mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 5.365g | 0.677g | 12% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.103mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 3.433g | 1.431g | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 166mg | 105mg | 9% |
| Magnesium | 56mg | 23mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3µg | 0.49µg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.03mg | 0.42mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 187mg | 114mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.328mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 45IU | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.1µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.04mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.039mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.09mg | 0.63mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.72mg | 0.03mg | 5% |
| Folate | 21µg | 5µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 309mg | 197mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 25µg | 51µg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 8mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.013mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 0.2mg | 1% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 64.68g | 9.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 14.47g | 9.66g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.078g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.095mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.169mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.305mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.076mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.201mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.01g | 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
39%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Hot chocolate is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Hot chocolate is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.81g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Hot chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 1023mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Hot chocolate is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.002g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Dashi is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Dashi is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Dashi is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)