Molasses vs. Chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Molasses and Chocolate?
- Molasses are richer in Vitamin B6, Selenium, Potassium, and Magnesium, yet Chocolate is richer in Copper, Iron, Fiber, Phosphorus, and Zinc.
- Chocolate's daily need coverage for Saturated Fat is 93% higher.
- Molasses have 16 times more Vitamin B6 than Chocolate. Molasses have 0.67mg of Vitamin B6, while Chocolate has 0.042mg.
- Molasses contain less Saturated Fat.
We used Molasses and Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids types in this comparison.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +65.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +266.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +161.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +493.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +69.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +111.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +593.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +564.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -35.1% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +64% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +28.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +170.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1495.2% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +2400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2154.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +94.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +31180% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -99.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +29712.5% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2084% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +57.3% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
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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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 290kcal | 546kcal |
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| Protein | 0g | 4.88g |
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| Fats | 0.1g | 31.28g |
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| Net carbs | 74.73g | 54.17g |
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| Carbs | 74.73g | 61.17g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 8mg |
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| Magnesium | 242mg | 146mg |
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| Calcium | 205mg | 56mg |
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| Potassium | 1464mg | 559mg |
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| Iron | 4.72mg | 8.02mg |
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| Sugar | 74.72g | 47.9g |
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| Fiber | 0g | 7g |
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| Copper | 0.487mg | 1.028mg |
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| Zinc | 0.29mg | 2.01mg |
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| Phosphorus | 31mg | 206mg |
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| Sodium | 37mg | 24mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 50IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 2µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.54mg |
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| Manganese | 1.53mg | 1.419mg |
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| Selenium | 17.8µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.025mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.002mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.93mg | 0.725mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.297mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.042mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.23µg |
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| Vitamin K | 0µg | 8.1µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.112g |
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| Choline | 13.3mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.018g | 18.519g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.032g | 9.54g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 1.092g |
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| Fructose | 12.79g | 0g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g |
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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
18%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
103%
116%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Molasses is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Molasses is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 18.501g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate is lower in Sugar (difference - 26.82g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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.