Truffle vs. Cocoa bean — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between truffle and cocoa bean
- Truffle is richer in fiber, selenium, and vitamin B2, yet cocoa bean is richer in copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, potassium, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for copper for cocoa bean is 380% higher.
- Truffle contains 3 times more selenium than cocoa bean. Truffle contains 43.4µg of selenium, while cocoa bean contains 13.2µg.
Food types used in this article are Fungi, Cloud ears, dried and Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened, processed with alkali.
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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 | +43.2% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +228.8% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +473.5% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +232.8% |
Contains more IronIron | +163.9% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +1871% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +382.6% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +295.7% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -45.7% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +91.5% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +83.5% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +161.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +89.4% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +18.8% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +633.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.25 g
Fats:
0.73 g
Carbs:
73.01 g
Water:
14.8 g
Other:
2.21 g
Protein:
18.1 g
Fats:
13.1 g
Carbs:
58.3 g
Water:
2.7 g
Other:
7.8 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.2% |
Contains more WaterWater | +448.1% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +95.7% |
Contains more FatsFats | +1694.5% |
Contains more OtherOther | +252.9% |
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 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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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Copper | 0.183mg | 3.607mg | 380% |
Fiber | 70.1g | 29.8g | 161% |
Iron | 5.88mg | 15.52mg | 121% |
Magnesium | 83mg | 476mg | 94% |
Manganese | 1.951mg | 3.737mg | 78% |
Phosphorus | 184mg | 728mg | 78% |
Selenium | 43.4µg | 13.2µg | 55% |
Potassium | 754mg | 2509mg | 52% |
Zinc | 1.32mg | 6.37mg | 46% |
Saturated fat | 7.76g | 35% | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.844mg | 0.46mg | 30% |
Vitamin B3 | 6.267mg | 2.4mg | 24% |
Caffeine | 78mg | 20% | |
Fats | 0.73g | 13.1g | 19% |
Protein | 9.25g | 18.1g | 18% |
Monounsaturated fat | 4.39g | 11% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.11mg | 8% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.481mg | 0.254mg | 5% |
Calcium | 159mg | 111mg | 5% |
Carbs | 73.01g | 58.3g | 5% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.42g | 3% | |
Calories | 284kcal | 220kcal | 3% |
Vitamin K | 2.4µg | 2% | |
Folate | 38µg | 32µg | 2% |
Choline | 11.4mg | 2% | |
Sodium | 35mg | 19mg | 1% |
Vitamin E | 0.1mg | 1% | |
Net carbs | 2.91g | 28.5g | N/A |
Sugar | 1.76g | N/A | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.112mg | 0.118mg | 0% |
Tryptophan | 0.271mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.716mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.701mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 1.097mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.907mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.869mg | 0% | |
Valine | 1.086mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.312mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
107%

343%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Truffle is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.76g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Truffle is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.76g)
Which food is cheaper?

Truffle is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Cocoa bean contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Cocoa bean is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Cocoa bean is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.