Tofu vs. Chocolate brownie — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between tofu and chocolate brownie
- Tofu has more calcium, manganese, selenium, iron, and phosphorus; however, chocolate brownie is richer in vitamin A and vitamin B2.
- Tofu covers your daily calcium needs 63% more than chocolate brownie.
- Chocolate brownie has 2 times less manganese than tofu. Tofu has 1.181mg of manganese, while chocolate brownie has 0.587mg.
- Tofu contains less saturated fat.
- Chocolate brownie has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of chocolate brownie is 42, while the glycemic index of tofu is 15.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Tofu, raw, firm, prepared with calcium sulfate and Cookies, brownies, prepared from recipe.
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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 | +1098.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +34.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +44.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +61.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +43.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +101.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +51.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +12.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +86.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +157.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +146.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
17.27 g
Fats:
8.72 g
Carbs:
2.78 g
Water:
69.83 g
Other:
1.4 g
Protein:
6.2 g
Fats:
29.1 g
Carbs:
50.2 g
Water:
12.6 g
Other:
1.9 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +178.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +454.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +233.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1705.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.261 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.925 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.921 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.319 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.839 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
9.412 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -82.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +463.1% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +91.3% |
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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| Calcium | 683mg | 57mg | 63% |
| Fats | 8.72g | 29.1g | 31% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.921g | 9.412g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 1.261g | 7.319g | 28% |
| Manganese | 1.181mg | 0.587mg | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 73mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.925g | 10.839g | 22% |
| Protein | 17.27g | 6.2g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 176µg | 20% | |
| Carbs | 2.78g | 50.2g | 16% |
| Calories | 144kcal | 466kcal | 16% |
| Sodium | 14mg | 343mg | 14% |
| Selenium | 17.4µg | 11.5µg | 11% |
| Iron | 2.66mg | 1.84mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 9% | |
| Phosphorus | 190mg | 132mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.102mg | 0.19mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.57mg | 0.97mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.381mg | 0.982mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.133mg | 0.328mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 237mg | 176mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.158mg | 0.141mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.378mg | 0.388mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 58mg | 53mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Net carbs | 0.48g | 50.2g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.092mg | 0.094mg | 0% |
| Folate | 29µg | 29µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.235mg | 0.078mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.785mg | 0.228mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.849mg | 0.265mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 1.392mg | 0.447mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.883mg | 0.283mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.211mg | 0.132mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.835mg | 0.298mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.87mg | 0.323mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.431mg | 0.136mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.006g | N/A |
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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
9%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
87%
54%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Tofu is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 73mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Tofu contains less Sodium (difference - 329mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Tofu is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.058g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tofu is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tofu is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chocolate brownie is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)