Flax seeds vs. Cocoa solids — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between flax seeds and cocoa solids
- Flax seeds have more vitamin B1 and vitamin B6; however, cocoa solids are higher in copper, iron, manganese, fiber, magnesium, zinc, and potassium.
- Cocoa solids cover your daily copper needs 285% more than flax seeds.
- Cocoa solids contain 21 times less vitamin B1 than flax seeds. Flax seeds contain 1.644mg of vitamin B1, while cocoa solids contain 0.078mg.
- Flax seeds have less saturated fat.
Food varieties used in this article are Seeds, flaxseed and Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened.
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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 | +99.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +77.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +27.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +87.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +141.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +210.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +56.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +14.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -30% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +54.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +210% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2007.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +41% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +287.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +300.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +72% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +171.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +555.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +49.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.29 g
Fats:
42.16 g
Carbs:
28.88 g
Water:
6.96 g
Other:
3.71 g
Protein:
19.6 g
Fats:
13.7 g
Carbs:
57.9 g
Water:
3 g
Other:
5.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +207.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +132% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +100.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +56.3% |
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Protein
~19.6g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.663 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
7.527 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
28.73 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.07 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.57 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.44 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -54.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +64.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +6429.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 1.22mg | 3.788mg | 285% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 28.73g | 0.44g | 189% |
| Vitamin B1 | 1.644mg | 0.078mg | 131% |
| Iron | 5.73mg | 13.86mg | 102% |
| Manganese | 2.482mg | 3.837mg | 59% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 230mg | 58% |
| Fats | 42.16g | 13.7g | 44% |
| Fiber | 27.3g | 37g | 39% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.473mg | 0.118mg | 27% |
| Magnesium | 392mg | 499mg | 25% |
| Zinc | 4.34mg | 6.81mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 813mg | 1524mg | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 3.663g | 8.07g | 20% |
| Selenium | 25.4µg | 14.3µg | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.985mg | 0.254mg | 15% |
| Calories | 534kcal | 228kcal | 15% |
| Folate | 87µg | 32µg | 14% |
| Calcium | 255mg | 128mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 642mg | 734mg | 13% |
| Choline | 78.7mg | 12mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 28.88g | 57.9g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 7.527g | 4.57g | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.161mg | 0.241mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.08mg | 2.185mg | 6% |
| Protein | 18.29g | 19.6g | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 4.3µg | 2.5µg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.31mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.58g | 20.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.55g | 1.75g | N/A |
| Sodium | 30mg | 21mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.297mg | 0.293mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.766mg | 0.776mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.896mg | 0.76mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.235mg | 1.189mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.862mg | 0.983mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.37mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.957mg | 0.941mg | 0% |
| Valine | 1.072mg | 1.177mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.472mg | 0.339mg | 0% |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | 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
62%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
191%
339%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Flax seeds is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.2g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Flax seeds is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.407g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Flax seeds is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cocoa solids contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa solids is lower in glycemic index (difference - 24)
Which food is cheaper?
Cocoa solids is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cocoa solids is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)