Soybean meal vs. Cocoa solids — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between soybean meal and cocoa solids
- Soybean meal is richer in folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B6, vitamin B5, and potassium, yet cocoa solids are richer in copper, magnesium, selenium, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for copper for cocoa solids is 199% higher.
- Soybean meal contains 9 times more folate than cocoa solids. Soybean meal contains 303µg of folate, while cocoa solids contain 32µg.
- Soybean meal contains less saturated fat.
- Cocoa solids have a lower glycemic index than soybean meal.
Food types used in this article are Soy meal, defatted, raw 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 | +90.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +63.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +63.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +89.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +34.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +333.3% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +785.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +18.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +678% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +382.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +846.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
49.2 g
Fats:
2.39 g
Carbs:
35.89 g
Water:
6.94 g
Other:
5.58 g
Protein:
19.6 g
Fats:
13.7 g
Carbs:
57.9 g
Water:
3 g
Other:
5.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +151% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +131.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +473.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +61.3% |
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Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.268 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.409 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.045 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 | -96.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +137.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1017.4% |
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 | 2mg | 3.788mg | 199% |
| Fiber | 37g | 148% | |
| Folate | 303µg | 32µg | 68% |
| Protein | 49.2g | 19.6g | 59% |
| Caffeine | 230mg | 58% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.691mg | 0.078mg | 51% |
| Magnesium | 306mg | 499mg | 46% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.569mg | 0.118mg | 35% |
| Saturated fat | 0.268g | 8.07g | 35% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.976mg | 0.254mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 2490mg | 1524mg | 28% |
| Selenium | 3.3µg | 14.3µg | 20% |
| Fats | 2.39g | 13.7g | 17% |
| Zinc | 5.06mg | 6.81mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 244mg | 128mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.409g | 4.57g | 10% |
| Carbs | 35.89g | 57.9g | 7% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 228kcal | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 701mg | 734mg | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.045g | 0.44g | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.587mg | 2.185mg | 3% |
| Iron | 13.7mg | 13.86mg | 2% |
| Choline | 12mg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 3.8mg | 3.837mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 3mg | 21mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.251mg | 0.241mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.89g | 20.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.75g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.653mg | 0.293mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 1.952mg | 0.776mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 2.18mg | 0.76mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 3.66mg | 1.189mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 2.991mg | 0.983mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.606mg | 0.202mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 2.346mg | 0.941mg | 0% |
| Valine | 2.243mg | 1.177mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 1.212mg | 0.339mg | 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
58%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
264%
339%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Soybean meal is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.75g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Soybean meal contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Soybean meal is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.802g)
Which food is cheaper?
Soybean meal is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Soybean meal is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa solids is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
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)