Herbal tea vs. Hot chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between herbal tea and hot chocolate
- Herbal tea is richer in manganese, yet hot chocolate is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin B2, copper, calcium, vitamin D, vitamin B5, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B12 for hot chocolate is 20% higher.
- Herbal tea contains 37 times more manganese than hot chocolate. Herbal tea contains 0.477mg of manganese, while hot chocolate contains 0.013mg.
- Herbal tea has a lower glycemic index than hot chocolate.
Food types used in this article are Beverages, tea, hibiscus, brewed and Milk, chocolate beverage, hot cocoa, homemade.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -90.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +3569.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +666.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1325% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +885% |
| Contains more IronIron | +425% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1475% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +10400% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +232.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +3800% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
99.58 g
Other:
0.42 g
Protein:
3.52 g
Fats:
2.34 g
Carbs:
10.74 g
Water:
82.45 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +20.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +126.2% |
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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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.49µg | 20% |
| Manganese | 0.477mg | 0.013mg | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 1mg | 105mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.182mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 114mg | 11% |
| Copper | 0mg | 0.103mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 1.431g | 7% |
| Protein | 0g | 3.52g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.328mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.1µg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 45IU | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 51µg | 6% |
| Selenium | 0µg | 2.7µg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 3mg | 23mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 20mg | 197mg | 5% |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 0.63mg | 5% |
| Calories | 0kcal | 77kcal | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1g | 4% |
| Carbs | 0g | 10.74g | 4% |
| Fats | 0g | 2.34g | 4% |
| Iron | 0.08mg | 0.42mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0mg | 0.04mg | 3% |
| Choline | 0.4mg | 15.6mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.039mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 44mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.677g | 2% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.04mg | 0.133mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 0.084g | 1% |
| Folate | 1µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 9.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 9.66g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 0.2µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 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 | 0g | 0.01g | 0% |
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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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15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hot chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Hot chocolate is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hot chocolate is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Herbal tea is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Herbal tea is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.66g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Herbal tea contains less Sodium (difference - 40mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Herbal tea is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.431g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Herbal tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)