Kefir vs. Hot chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Kefir and Hot chocolate
- Kefir is richer in Vitamin A, yet Hot chocolate is richer in Copper, and Vitamin B12.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin A from Kefir is 13% higher.
- Kefir contains less Sugar.
Food types used in this article are Kefir, lowfat, plain, LIFEWAY 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 more CalciumCalcium | +14% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +33.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +91.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +20.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +950% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1044.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +37% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +160% |
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 AVitamin A | +223.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +12.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +17.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +45% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +160% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +34.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +69% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +100% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.79 g
Fats:
0.93 g
Carbs:
4.48 g
Water:
90.07 g
Other:
0.73 g
Protein:
3.52 g
Fats:
2.34 g
Carbs:
10.74 g
Water:
82.45 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +151.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +139.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +30.1% |
~equal in
Protein
~3.52g
~equal in
Water
~82.45g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
0.658 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.31 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.053 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.431 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
0.677 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.084 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -54% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +118.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +58.5% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
3.7 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0.91 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
5 g
Glucose:
0.01 g
Fructose:
0.01 g
Lactose:
4.63 g
Maltose:
0.01 g
Galactose:
0.01 g
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +9000% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +25.1% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
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Starch
~0g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 41kcal | 77kcal |
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| Protein | 3.79g | 3.52g |
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| Fats | 0.93g | 2.34g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0.2mg | |
| Net carbs | 4.48g | 9.74g |
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| Carbs | 4.48g | 10.74g |
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| Cholesterol | 5mg | 8mg |
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| Vitamin D | 41IU | 45IU |
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| Magnesium | 12mg | 23mg |
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| Calcium | 130mg | 114mg |
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| Potassium | 164mg | 197mg |
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| Iron | 0.04mg | 0.42mg |
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| Sugar | 4.61g | 9.66g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 1g |
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| Copper | 0.009mg | 0.103mg |
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| Zinc | 0.46mg | 0.63mg |
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| Phosphorus | 105mg | 105mg | |
| Sodium | 40mg | 44mg |
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| Vitamin A | 569IU | 176IU |
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| Vitamin A | 171µg | 51µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0.03mg |
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| Vitamin D | 1µg | 1.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0.013mg |
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| Selenium | 3.6µg | 2.7µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.039mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.135mg | 0.182mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.15mg | 0.133mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.385mg | 0.328mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.29µg | 0.49µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0.2µg |
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| Folate | 13µg | 5µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.037g | 0.078g |
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| Choline | 15.2mg | 15.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.658g | 1.431g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.31g | 0.677g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.053g | 0.084g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.037mg |
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| Threonine | 0.095mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.169mg |
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| Leucine | 0.305mg |
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| Lysine | 0.215mg |
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| Methionine | 0.076mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.15mg |
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| Valine | 0.201mg |
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| Histidine | 0.067mg |
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| Fructose | 0g | 0.01g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.029g |
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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%
16%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
20%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Kefir is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kefir is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.05g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kefir contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Kefir is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.773g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kefir is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hot chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.