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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Cocoa Powder"
| Food Name: Cocoa Powder | |
| Food Group: Sweets | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 228 | Total Fat (g): 14 |
| Protein (g): 20 | Carbohydrates (g): 58 |
| Sugars (g): 2 | Fiber (g): 37 |
| Net Carbs (g): 21 | Water (g): 3 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 8 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 4570 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 440 | Omega-6 (mg): 440 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 3 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 2 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 32 | Food Folate (mcg): 32 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 32 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 128 | Iron (mg): 14 |
| Magnesium (mg): 499 | Phosphorus (mg): 734 |
| Potassium (mg): 1524 | Sodium (mg): 21 |
| Zinc (mg): 7 | Copper (mg): 4 |
| Manganese (mg): 4 | Selenium (mcg): 14 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 293 | Threonine (mg): 776 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 760 | Leucine (mg): 1189 |
| Lysine (mg): 983 | Methionine (mg): 202 |
| Cystine (mg): 239 | Phenylalanine (mg): 941 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 735 | Valine (mg): 1177 |
| Arginine (mg): 1111 | Histidine (mg): 339 |
| Alanine (mg): 904 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1953 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 2948 | Glycine (mg): 879 |
| Proline (mg): 838 | Serine (mg): 846 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 12 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 38 |
| PRAL Score: -10 | Caffeine (mg): 230 |
| Theobromine (mg): 2057 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Cocoa Powder
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Cocoa Powder'?
100 grams of 'Cocoa Powder' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 20g (around 40% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 58g (around 21% of daily requirement),
Fat – 14g (around 18% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Cocoa Powder'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Cocoa Powder' provides around 228 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 11% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Cocoa Powder' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Cocoa Powder' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 20g protein, 58g carbs, and 14g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Cocoa Powder' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Cocoa Powder' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 14 mg (78% DV),
Potassium (mg): 1524 mg (32% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 499 mg (119% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 734 mg (59% DV),
Zinc (mg): 7 mg (64% DV),
Copper (mg): 4 mg (444% DV),
Manganese (mg): 4 mg (174% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 14 mcg (25% DV).
'Cocoa Powder' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 128 mg (10% DV),
Sodium (mg): 21 mg (1% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Cocoa Powder in significant amounts?
'Cocoa Powder' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin K (mcg): 3 mcg (3% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 2 mg (13% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 32 mcg (8% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 32 mcg (8% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 32 mcg (8% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Cocoa Powder' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Cocoa Powder' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Caffeine (mg): 230 mg (58% of max recommended),
Theobromine (mg): 2057 mg (411% of max recommended).
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 8 g (40% of max recommended),
Iron (mg): 14 mg (31% of max recommended),
Copper (mg): 4 mg (40% of max recommended),
Manganese (mg): 4 mg (36% of max recommended).