Porridge vs. Chocolate milk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between porridge and chocolate milk
- Porridge has more iron; however, chocolate milk is higher in vitamin B12, phosphorus, vitamin B2, and vitamin D.
- Porridge covers your daily iron needs 44% more than chocolate milk.
- Porridge has less saturated fat.
- The glycemic index of porridge is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, regular (10 minute), cooked with water, without salt and Milk, chocolate, fluid, commercial, whole, with added vitamin A and vitamin D.
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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 IronIron | +1458.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +47.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +160% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +28.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +943.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +62.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +215.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +573.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
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 | +48.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +316% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +548% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +315.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +207.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +200% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.44 g
Fats:
0.21 g
Carbs:
10.52 g
Water:
87.61 g
Other:
0.22 g
Protein:
3.17 g
Fats:
3.39 g
Carbs:
10.34 g
Water:
82.3 g
Other:
0.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +120.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1514.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +263.6% |
~equal in
Carbs
~10.34g
~equal in
Water
~82.3g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.033 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.028 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.114 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.104 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.99 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.124 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3435.7% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~0.124g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 3.74mg | 0.24mg | 44% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.33µg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 15mg | 101mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.162mg | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 0.033g | 2.104g | 9% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1.3µg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 51IU | 6% |
| Fats | 0.21g | 3.39g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 12mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.071mg | 0.295mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 16mg | 167mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.13mg | 0.41mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.077mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.44g | 3.17g | 3% |
| Copper | 0.04mg | 0.065mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 87mg | 112mg | 3% |
| Choline | 17mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.013mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Folate | 12µg | 5µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.52mg | 0.125mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.028g | 0.99g | 2% |
| Calories | 50kcal | 83kcal | 2% |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 1.9µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.037mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 60mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 5mg | 13mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 0.8g | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 10.52g | 10.34g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 10.02g | 9.54g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.03g | 9.54g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0.3µg | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.114g | 0.124g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0.041mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.045mg | 0.135mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.063mg | 0.164mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.11mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.037mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.027mg | 0.083mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.078mg | 0.164mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.07mg | 0.208mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.033mg | 0.096mg | 0% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 1mg | 0% |
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
4%
13%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
17%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Porridge is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Porridge is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.51g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Porridge contains less Sodium (difference - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Porridge is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.071g)
Which food is cheaper?
Porridge is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate milk is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate milk is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate milk is relatively richer in vitamins