Cayenne pepper vs. Chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Cayenne pepper and Chocolate
- Cayenne pepper has more Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, Fiber, Vitamin B2, Vitamin K, Vitamin B3, and Potassium, while Chocolate has more Copper.
- Cayenne pepper covers your daily need of Vitamin A 231% more than Chocolate.
- Cayenne pepper contains 58 times more Vitamin B6 than Chocolate. While Cayenne pepper contains 2.45mg of Vitamin B6, Chocolate contains only 0.042mg.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Cayenne pepper is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Spices, pepper, red or cayenne and Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids.
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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 | +164.3% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +260.3% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +23.4% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.2% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +40.9% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +193.3% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +175.6% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -20% |
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 | +83120% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +5424.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1212% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1738% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1100.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +5733.3% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +891.4% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
12.01 g
Fats:
17.27 g
Carbs:
56.63 g
Water:
8.05 g
Other:
6.04 g
Protein:
4.88 g
Fats:
31.28 g
Carbs:
61.17 g
Water:
0.97 g
Other:
1.7 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +146.1% |
Contains more WaterWater | +729.9% |
Contains more OtherOther | +255.3% |
Contains more FatsFats | +81.1% |
~equal in
Carbs
~61.17g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
3.26 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.75 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.37 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 | -82.4% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +666.5% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +246.9% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Lower in Sodium | |||
Lower in Glycemic Index | |||
Lower in price | |||
Lower in Cholesterol | |||
Lower in Sugar | |||
Lower in Saturated Fat | |||
Rich in minerals | |||
Rich in vitamins |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Calories | 318kcal | 546kcal | |
Protein | 12.01g | 4.88g | |
Fats | 17.27g | 31.28g | |
Vitamin C | 76.4mg | ||
Net carbs | 29.43g | 54.17g | |
Carbs | 56.63g | 61.17g | |
Cholesterol | 0mg | 8mg | |
Magnesium | 152mg | 146mg | |
Calcium | 148mg | 56mg | |
Potassium | 2014mg | 559mg | |
Iron | 7.8mg | 8.02mg | |
Sugar | 10.34g | 47.9g | |
Fiber | 27.2g | 7g | |
Copper | 0.373mg | 1.028mg | |
Zinc | 2.48mg | 2.01mg | |
Phosphorus | 293mg | 206mg | |
Sodium | 30mg | 24mg | |
Vitamin A | 41610IU | 50IU | |
Vitamin A | 2081µg | 2µg | |
Vitamin E | 29.83mg | 0.54mg | |
Manganese | 2mg | 1.419mg | |
Selenium | 8.8µg | 3µg | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.328mg | 0.025mg | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.919mg | 0.05mg | |
Vitamin B3 | 8.701mg | 0.725mg | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.297mg | ||
Vitamin B6 | 2.45mg | 0.042mg | |
Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.23µg | |
Vitamin K | 80.3µg | 8.1µg | |
Folate | 106µg | ||
Trans Fat | 0.112g | ||
Choline | 51.5mg | ||
Saturated Fat | 3.26g | 18.519g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.75g | 9.54g | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 8.37g | 1.092g | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g | ||
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | ||
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g |
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Low Calories diet | ||
Low Fats diet | ||
Low Carbs 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
360%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
125%
116%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is cheaper?
Chocolate is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Sugar (difference - 37.56g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Cayenne pepper is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 15.259g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cayenne pepper is relatively richer in vitamins