Scallion vs. Hot chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between scallion and hot chocolate?
- Scallion is richer in vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, and iron, yet hot chocolate is richer in vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin B2, and vitamin D.
- Scallion's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 172% higher.
- Scallion has 94 times more vitamin C than hot chocolate. Scallion has 18.8mg of vitamin C, while hot chocolate has 0.2mg.
- Scallion contains less saturated fat.
- Scallion has a lower glycemic index than hot chocolate.
We used Onions, spring or scallions (includes tops and bulb), raw and Milk, chocolate beverage, hot cocoa, homemade 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 PotassiumPotassium | +40.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +252.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1130.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +15% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +58.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +24.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +61.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +183.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +350% |
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 | +9300% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +1733.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +41% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +294.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +52.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +103400% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1180% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +127.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +337.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +173.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.83 g
Fats:
0.19 g
Carbs:
7.34 g
Water:
89.83 g
Other:
0.81 g
Protein:
3.52 g
Fats:
2.34 g
Carbs:
10.74 g
Water:
82.45 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +92.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1131.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +46.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +17.3% |
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Water
~82.45g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.032 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.027 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.074 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 | -97.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2407.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +13.5% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 207µg | 0.2µg | 172% |
| Vitamin C | 18.8mg | 0.2mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.49µg | 20% |
| Folate | 64µg | 5µg | 15% |
| Iron | 1.48mg | 0.42mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 37mg | 105mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.182mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.6g | 1g | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.16mg | 0.013mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.032g | 1.431g | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.1µg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 45IU | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.075mg | 0.328mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 72mg | 114mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 2.7µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.55mg | 0.03mg | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.83g | 3.52g | 3% |
| Fats | 0.19g | 2.34g | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.061mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.083mg | 0.103mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.39mg | 0.63mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 276mg | 197mg | 2% |
| Choline | 5.7mg | 15.6mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.027g | 0.677g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.525mg | 0.133mg | 2% |
| Calories | 32kcal | 77kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.039mg | 1% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 44mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 23mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 7.34g | 10.74g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.74g | 9.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.33g | 9.66g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 50µg | 51µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.078g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.074g | 0.084g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0.037mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.072mg | 0.095mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.077mg | 0.169mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.109mg | 0.305mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.091mg | 0.215mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0.076mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.059mg | 0.15mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.081mg | 0.201mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.032mg | 0.067mg | 0% |
| Fructose | 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
55%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Scallion is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Scallion is lower in Sugar (difference - 7.33g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Scallion contains less Sodium (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Scallion is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.399g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Scallion is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
Hot chocolate is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hot chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
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.