Lemongrass vs. Chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between lemongrass and chocolate
- Lemongrass has more manganese and vitamin B2; however, chocolate has more copper, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, monounsaturated fat, and polyunsaturated fat.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for lemongrass is 165% higher.
- Chocolate has 3 times less vitamin B2 than lemongrass. Lemongrass has 0.135mg of vitamin B2, while chocolate has 0.05mg.
- Lemongrass is lower in saturated fat.
Food types used in this article are Lemon grass (citronella), raw and Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids.
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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 | +16.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +29.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -75% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +268.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +143.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +286.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +104% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +328.6% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +160% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +170% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +51.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +90.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +494% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.82 g
Fats:
0.49 g
Carbs:
25.31 g
Water:
70.58 g
Other:
1.8 g
Protein:
4.88 g
Fats:
31.28 g
Carbs:
61.17 g
Water:
0.97 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +7176.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +168.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +6283.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +141.7% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.119 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.054 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.17 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
18.519 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.54 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.092 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +17566.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +542.4% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 5.224mg | 1.419mg | 165% |
| Copper | 0.266mg | 1.028mg | 85% |
| Saturated fat | 0.119g | 18.519g | 84% |
| Fats | 0.49g | 31.28g | 47% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.054g | 9.54g | 24% |
| Calories | 99kcal | 546kcal | 22% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 146mg | 20% |
| Folate | 75µg | 19% | |
| Phosphorus | 101mg | 206mg | 15% |
| Carbs | 25.31g | 61.17g | 12% |
| Caffeine | 43mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.23µg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 8.1µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.135mg | 0.05mg | 7% |
| Protein | 1.82g | 4.88g | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.17g | 1.092g | 6% |
| Potassium | 723mg | 559mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.05mg | 0.297mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 4% | |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 3µg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.065mg | 0.025mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08mg | 0.042mg | 3% |
| Iron | 8.17mg | 8.02mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 2.23mg | 2.01mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.101mg | 0.725mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 56mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 25.31g | 54.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 47.9g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.112g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g | 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
12%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
116%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Lemongrass is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Lemongrass is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Lemongrass contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Lemongrass is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.4g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lemongrass is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Lemongrass is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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