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.
- Kefir contains 3 times more vitamin A than hot chocolate. Kefir contains 569IU of vitamin A, while hot chocolate contains 176IU.
- Kefir contains less sugar.
- Kefir has a lower glycemic index than hot chocolate.
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 | +235.3% |
| 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 | +∞% |
~equal in
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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| Vitamin A | 171µg | 51µg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.009mg | 0.103mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.29µg | 0.49µg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.04mg | 0.42mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.135mg | 0.182mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.658g | 1.431g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 1g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 23mg | 3% |
| Calories | 41kcal | 77kcal | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.46mg | 0.63mg | 2% |
| Fats | 0.93g | 2.34g | 2% |
| Folate | 13µg | 5µg | 2% |
| Carbs | 4.48g | 10.74g | 2% |
| Calcium | 130mg | 114mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 3.6µg | 2.7µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.385mg | 0.328mg | 1% |
| Protein | 3.79g | 3.52g | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.058mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.039mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.31g | 0.677g | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 1.1µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 164mg | 197mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 41IU | 45IU | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 8mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 4.48g | 9.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.61g | 9.66g | N/A |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 105mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 40mg | 44mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.005mg | 0.013mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.15mg | 0.133mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0.2µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.037g | 0.078g | N/A |
| Choline | 15.2mg | 15.6mg | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.053g | 0.084g | 0% |
| 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% |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.029g | N/A |
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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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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.