Sorghum syrup vs. Chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between sorghum syrup and chocolate?
- Sorghum syrup is higher in vitamin B6 and potassium, yet chocolate is higher in copper, iron, fiber, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, and caffeine.
- Chocolate's daily need coverage for copper is 100% more.
- Sorghum syrup has 16 times more vitamin B6 than chocolate. While sorghum syrup has 0.67mg of vitamin B6, chocolate has only 0.042mg.
We used Syrups, sorghum and Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids types in this article.
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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 | +167.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +78.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +46% |
| Contains more IronIron | +111.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +690.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +390.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +267.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +76.5% |
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 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +210% |
| 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 B3Vitamin B3 | +625% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
74.9 g
Water:
22.7 g
Other:
2.4 g
Protein:
4.88 g
Fats:
31.28 g
Carbs:
61.17 g
Water:
0.97 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2240.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +41.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.13mg | 1.028mg | 100% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 18.519g | 84% |
| Iron | 3.8mg | 8.02mg | 53% |
| Fats | 0g | 31.28g | 48% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.67mg | 0.042mg | 48% |
| Fiber | 0g | 7g | 28% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 9.54g | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 56mg | 206mg | 21% |
| Zinc | 0.41mg | 2.01mg | 15% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 546kcal | 13% |
| Potassium | 1000mg | 559mg | 13% |
| Magnesium | 100mg | 146mg | 11% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 43mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.23µg | 10% |
| Protein | 0g | 4.88g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.804mg | 0.297mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 150mg | 56mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.155mg | 0.05mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 1.092g | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 8.1µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.025mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 1.53mg | 1.419mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 74.9g | 61.17g | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.1mg | 0.725mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.54mg | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 1.7µg | 3µg | 2% |
| Choline | 13.3mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 8mg | 24mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 74.9g | 54.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 74.9g | 47.9g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.112g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 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
21%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
64%
116%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sorghum syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sorghum syrup contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sorghum syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.519g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sorghum syrup is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Sorghum syrup is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Chocolate is lower in Sugar (difference - 27g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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.