Sugar substitute vs. Chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Sugar substitute and Chocolate
- Sugar substitute has more Calcium, while Chocolate has more Copper, Iron, Manganese, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Fiber, Zinc, and Potassium.
- Chocolate's daily need coverage for Copper is 113% higher.
- Chocolate contains 24 times less Sodium than Sugar substitute. Sugar substitute contains 572mg of Sodium, while Chocolate contains 24mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown 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 | +1469.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +2333.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1333.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +4912.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +14585.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +4925% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2475% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +6350% |
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 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +271.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +180% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
Protein:
4.88 g
Fats:
31.28 g
Carbs:
61.17 g
Water:
0.97 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +38.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +842.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +137.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +136.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
3.52 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.09 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
2.94 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
46.25 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
1.65 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
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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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 347kcal | 546kcal |
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| Protein | 2.06g | 4.88g |
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| Fats | 0g | 31.28g |
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| Net carbs | 84.17g | 54.17g |
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| Carbs | 84.77g | 61.17g |
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| Cholesterol | 8mg |
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| Magnesium | 6mg | 146mg |
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| Calcium | 879mg | 56mg |
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| Potassium | 39mg | 559mg |
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| Iron | 0.16mg | 8.02mg |
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| Sugar | 4.03g | 47.9g |
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| Fiber | 0.6g | 7g |
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| Copper | 0.007mg | 1.028mg |
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| Zinc | 0.04mg | 2.01mg |
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| Starch | 3.52g |
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| Phosphorus | 8mg | 206mg |
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| Sodium | 572mg | 24mg |
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| Vitamin A | 50IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.54mg |
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| Manganese | 0.022mg | 1.419mg |
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| Selenium | 3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.025mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.725mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.08mg | 0.297mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.015mg | 0.042mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.23µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8.1µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.112g |
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| Saturated Fat | 18.519g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.54g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.092g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g |
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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
1%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
116%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Sugar substitute is lower in Sugar (difference - 43.87g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 18.519g)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Chocolate contains less Sodium (difference - 548mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 17)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate is relatively richer in vitamins