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Fenugreek vs. Cocoa solids — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between Fenugreek and Cocoa solids

  • Fenugreek is richer in Iron, and Vitamin B6, yet Cocoa solids are richer in Copper, Manganese, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Fiber, Zinc, and Potassium.
  • Daily need coverage for Copper from Cocoa solids is 298% higher.
  • Fenugreek contains 5 times more Vitamin B6 than Cocoa solids. Fenugreek contains 0.6mg of Vitamin B6, while Cocoa solids contain 0.118mg.
  • Fenugreek contains less Saturated Fat.

Food types used in this article are Spices, fenugreek seed and Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened.

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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 Calcium +37.5%
Contains more Iron +141.9%
Contains more Magnesium +161.3%
Contains more Phosphorus +148%
Contains more Potassium +97.9%
Contains less Sodium -68.7%
Contains more Zinc +172.4%
Contains more Copper +241.3%
Contains more Manganese +212.5%
Contains more Selenium +127%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 53% 1258% 137% 127% 68% 9% 69% 370% 161% 35%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 39% 520% 357% 315% 135% 3% 186% 1263% 501% 78%
Contains more Calcium +37.5%
Contains more Iron +141.9%
Contains more Magnesium +161.3%
Contains more Phosphorus +148%
Contains more Potassium +97.9%
Contains less Sodium -68.7%
Contains more Zinc +172.4%
Contains more Copper +241.3%
Contains more Manganese +212.5%
Contains more Selenium +127%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +312.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +51.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +408.5%
Contains more Folate +78.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +33.2%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 4% 0% 0% 10% 81% 85% 31% 0% 139% 43% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 2% 0% 0% 20% 56% 41% 16% 28% 24% 0% 7%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +312.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +51.9%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +408.5%
Contains more Folate +78.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +33.2%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +17.3%
Contains more Water +194.7%
Contains more Fats +113.7%
Contains more Other +70.6%
Equal in Carbs - 57.9
23% 6% 58% 9% 3%
Protein: 23 g
Fats: 6.41 g
Carbs: 58.35 g
Water: 8.84 g
Other: 3.4 g
20% 14% 58% 3% 6%
Protein: 19.6 g
Fats: 13.7 g
Carbs: 57.9 g
Water: 3 g
Other: 5.8 g
Contains more Protein +17.3%
Contains more Water +194.7%
Contains more Fats +113.7%
Contains more Other +70.6%
Equal in Carbs - 57.9

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -81.9%
100%
Saturated Fat: 1.46 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0 g
62% 35% 3%
Saturated Fat: 8.07 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 4.57 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.44 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -81.9%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Fenugreek Cocoa solids
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Fenugreek Cocoa solids Opinion
Net carbs 33.75g 20.9g Fenugreek
Protein 23g 19.6g Fenugreek
Fats 6.41g 13.7g Cocoa solids
Carbs 58.35g 57.9g Fenugreek
Calories 323kcal 228kcal Fenugreek
Sugar 1.75g Fenugreek
Fiber 24.6g 37g Cocoa solids
Calcium 176mg 128mg Fenugreek
Iron 33.53mg 13.86mg Fenugreek
Magnesium 191mg 499mg Cocoa solids
Phosphorus 296mg 734mg Cocoa solids
Potassium 770mg 1524mg Cocoa solids
Sodium 67mg 21mg Cocoa solids
Zinc 2.5mg 6.81mg Cocoa solids
Copper 1.11mg 3.788mg Cocoa solids
Manganese 1.228mg 3.837mg Cocoa solids
Selenium 6.3µg 14.3µg Cocoa solids
Vitamin A 60IU 0IU Fenugreek
Vitamin A RAE 3µg 0µg Fenugreek
Vitamin E 0.1mg Cocoa solids
Vitamin C 3mg 0mg Fenugreek
Vitamin B1 0.322mg 0.078mg Fenugreek
Vitamin B2 0.366mg 0.241mg Fenugreek
Vitamin B3 1.64mg 2.185mg Cocoa solids
Vitamin B5 0.254mg Cocoa solids
Vitamin B6 0.6mg 0.118mg Fenugreek
Folate 57µg 32µg Fenugreek
Vitamin K 2.5µg Cocoa solids
Tryptophan 0.391mg 0.293mg Fenugreek
Threonine 0.898mg 0.776mg Fenugreek
Isoleucine 1.241mg 0.76mg Fenugreek
Leucine 1.757mg 1.189mg Fenugreek
Lysine 1.684mg 0.983mg Fenugreek
Methionine 0.338mg 0.202mg Fenugreek
Phenylalanine 1.089mg 0.941mg Fenugreek
Valine 1.102mg 1.177mg Cocoa solids
Histidine 0.668mg 0.339mg Fenugreek
Saturated Fat 1.46g 8.07g Fenugreek
Monounsaturated Fat 4.57g Cocoa solids
Polyunsaturated fat 0.44g Cocoa solids

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Fenugreek Cocoa solids
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
33%
Fenugreek
16%
Cocoa solids
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
228%
Fenugreek
339%
Cocoa solids

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.75g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 6.61g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is cheaper?
Fenugreek
Fenugreek is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cocoa solids
Cocoa solids contains less Sodium (difference - 46mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cocoa solids
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Fenugreek - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171324/nutrients
  2. Cocoa solids - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169593/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.