Peppermint vs. Chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between peppermint and chocolate?
- Peppermint is richer in vitamin A, calcium, and vitamin B2, yet chocolate is richer in copper, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, and vitamin B12.
- Chocolate's daily need coverage for saturated fat is 91% higher.
- Peppermint has 106 times more vitamin A than chocolate. Peppermint has 212µg of vitamin A, while chocolate has 2µg.
- Peppermint contains less saturated fat.
- Chocolate has a lower glycemic index than peppermint.
We used Peppermint, fresh 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 CalciumCalcium | +333.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +82.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +57.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +212.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +81.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +182.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -22.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +20.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +10500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +228% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +432% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +135.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +13.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +207.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.75 g
Fats:
0.94 g
Carbs:
14.89 g
Water:
78.65 g
Other:
1.77 g
Protein:
4.88 g
Fats:
31.28 g
Carbs:
61.17 g
Water:
0.97 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +8008.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +30.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3227.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +310.8% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.246 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.033 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.508 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 | -98.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +28809.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +115% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Saturated fat | 0.246g | 18.519g | 83% |
| Copper | 0.329mg | 1.028mg | 78% |
| Fats | 0.94g | 31.28g | 47% |
| Iron | 5.08mg | 8.02mg | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 31.8mg | 35% | |
| Folate | 114µg | 29% | |
| Calories | 70kcal | 546kcal | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.033g | 9.54g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 212µg | 2µg | 23% |
| Calcium | 243mg | 56mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 73mg | 206mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.266mg | 0.05mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 80mg | 146mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 14.89g | 61.17g | 15% |
| Caffeine | 43mg | 11% | |
| Manganese | 1.176mg | 1.419mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.23µg | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.11mg | 2.01mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 8.1µg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.129mg | 0.042mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.706mg | 0.725mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.082mg | 0.025mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 3µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 4% | |
| Fiber | 8g | 7g | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.508g | 1.092g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Protein | 3.75g | 4.88g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.338mg | 0.297mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 6.89g | 54.17g | N/A |
| Potassium | 569mg | 559mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 47.9g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 31mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.112g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.154mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.154mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.281mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.161mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.053mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.191mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.075mg | 0% | |
| 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 |
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
33%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
70%
116%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peppermint is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peppermint is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.9g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peppermint is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.273g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Peppermint is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 47)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate is relatively richer in minerals