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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Semisweet Chocolate"
| Food Name: Semisweet Chocolate | |
| Food Group: Sweets | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 480 | Total Fat (g): 30 |
| Protein (g): 4 | Carbohydrates (g): 64 |
| Sugars (g): 55 | Fiber (g): 6 |
| Net Carbs (g): 58 | Water (g): 1 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 18 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 9966 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 966 | Omega-3 (mg): 68 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 898 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 6 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 13 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 13 | Folate DFE (mcg): 13 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 32 | Iron (mg): 3 |
| Magnesium (mg): 115 | Phosphorus (mg): 132 |
| Potassium (mg): 365 | Sodium (mg): 11 |
| Zinc (mg): 2 | Copper (mg): 1 |
| Manganese (mg): 1 | Selenium (mcg): 4 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 63 | Threonine (mg): 168 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 164 | Leucine (mg): 257 |
| Lysine (mg): 212 | Methionine (mg): 44 |
| Cystine (mg): 52 | Phenylalanine (mg): 204 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 159 | Valine (mg): 254 |
| Arginine (mg): 240 | Histidine (mg): 73 |
| Alanine (mg): 196 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 422 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 637 | Glycine (mg): 190 |
| Proline (mg): 181 | Serine (mg): 183 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 22 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 18 |
| PRAL Score: -4 | Caffeine (mg): 62 |
| Theobromine (mg): 486 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Semisweet Chocolate
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Semisweet Chocolate'?
100 grams of 'Semisweet Chocolate' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 4g (around 8% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 64g (around 23% of daily requirement),
Fat – 30g (around 38% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Protein, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Protein intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Semisweet Chocolate'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Semisweet Chocolate' provides around 480 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 24% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Semisweet Chocolate' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Semisweet Chocolate' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 4g protein, 64g carbs, and 30g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'Semisweet Chocolate' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Semisweet Chocolate' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Magnesium (mg): 115 mg (27% DV),
Copper (mg): 1 mg (111% DV),
Manganese (mg): 1 mg (43% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Iron (mg): 3 mg (17% DV),
Zinc (mg): 2 mg (18% DV).
'Semisweet Chocolate' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 32 mg (2% DV),
Potassium (mg): 365 mg (8% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 132 mg (11% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 4 mcg (7% DV),
Sodium (mg): 11 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Semisweet Chocolate in significant amounts?
'Semisweet Chocolate' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin K (mcg): 6 mcg (5% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 13 mcg (3% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 13 mcg (3% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 13 mcg (3% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Semisweet Chocolate' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Semisweet Chocolate' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Saturated Fat (g): 18 g (90% of max recommended),
Theobromine (mg): 486 mg (97% of max recommended).