Baking Chocolate, Unsweetened
Source of Calories
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrates | 37.51 g | 14% |
| Net Carbohydrates | 15.6 g | 6% |
| Sugars | 1.2 g | 3% |
| Added Sugars | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.91 g | 78% |
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% |
| Total Fat | 69.05 g | 89% |
| Saturated Fat | 42.61 g | 213% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 21.21 g | - |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.05 g | - |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 2.64 mg | 1% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Minerals | ||
| Sodium | 31.68 mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 1095.6 mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 133.32 mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 431.64 mg | 103% |
| Iron | 22.97 mg | 128% |
| Zinc | 12.71 mg | 116% |
% DV refers to how much a single serving of an individually packaged food or supplement contributes nutritionally to your daily diet, based on a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet. Generally, having 5% DV or less of a nutrient per serving is considered low, and 20% DV or more of a nutrient per serving is considered high.
Fat Composition
The suggested total fat consumption should be limited to 30% of total energy intake or less. The type of fat consumed should primarily be unsaturated fatty acids, with no more than 10% of total energy intake coming from saturated fatty acids (about 200 calories on a 2000-calorie diet) and no more than 1% of total energy intake coming from trans-fatty acids.
Vitamin Coverage
Vitamin A
0%
Vitamin C
0%
Vitamin D
0%
Vitamin E
4%
Vitamin K
11%
Vitamin B1
16%
Vitamin B2
10%
Vitamin B3
11%
Vitamin B5
4%
Vitamin B6
2%
Vitamin B7
-
Vitamin B9
9%
Vitamin B12
0%
There are 13 essential vitamins required for the body to work properly, which are categorised into two categories: fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins. Vitamins have a Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), provided by the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs), which vary by age and sex. The %DV indicates how much one serving contributes to the average recommended daily intake.
Mineral Coverage
Calcium
10%
Iron
128%
Magnesium
103%
Phosphorus
42%
Potassium
23%
Sodium
1%
Zinc
116%
Copper
474%
Manganese
239%
Selenium
19%
Minerals are micronutrients, of which 13 of them are essential to the human body. The Recommended Dietary Allowance includes Calcium (1,300 mg/d), Phosphorus (1,250 mg/d), Potassium (4,700 mg/d), Sodium (2,300 mg/d), Chloride (1,500 mg/d), Magnesium (420 mg/d), Iron (18 mg/d), Zinc (11 mg/d), Copper (0.9 mg/d), Selenium (55 mcg/d), Molybdenum (45 mcg/d), Manganese (2.3 mg/d) and Iodine (150 mcg/d).
Protein Quality
Leucine
31%
Isoleucine
41%
Valine
51%
Lysine
23%
Tryptophan
49%
Threonine
35%
Phenylalanine
60%
Methionine
28%
Histidine
29%
Guidelines recommend a serving of protein with each meal and 1.2-1.6 g of protein per kg of body weight per day.
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📚 Health Research & Evidence About This Food
Unsweetened baking chocolate is a rich source of antioxidant flavonoids and polyphenols, contributing to anti-inflammatory effects and supporting cardiovascular health. According to WebMD, its flavanols may help lower blood pressure, decrease LDL oxidation, and improve arterial blood flow. Clinical evidence also suggests that sugar-free dark chocolate, including unsweetened varieties, may help lower blood glucose in diabetic adults.
1. Cocoa Reduces Inflammation Associated With Heart Disease - Harvard Health
Source: Harvard Health, 2010
Summary: Unsweetened baking chocolate, in the form of unsweetened cocoa powder, has been shown in a randomized trial to reduce inflammation associated with heart disease, contributing to cardiovascular health benefits.
2. Antioxidant Activity and Polyphenol and Procyanidin Contents of Selected Commercially Available Cocoa-Containing and Chocolate Products in the United States.
Source: PubMed
Summary: Unsweetened baking chocolate, as a cocoa-containing product, possesses significant antioxidant activity and is rich in polyphenols and procyanidins, which are key components in commercially available chocolate products.
Read More: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16719535/
3. Health by Chocolate
Source: WebMD
Summary: Unsweetened baking chocolate, rich in antioxidant flavonoids, has been linked to decreased insulin resistance and lower systolic blood pressure, contributing to improved cardiovascular health and blood sugar control.
Read More: https://www.webmd.com/diet/features/health-by-chocolate
4. Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate Consumption Results in Lower Blood Glucose in Adults With Diabetes.
Source: PubMed
Summary: Unsweetened baking chocolate, in its sugar-free dark chocolate form, has been shown to result in lower blood glucose levels in adults with diabetes, addressing the impaired ability to control blood glucose characteristic of the condition.
Read More: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35153489/
5. Recipe: Dark Chocolate and Cherry Brownies
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Summary: Unsweetened baking chocolate, as an ingredient in dark chocolate, can be incorporated into recipes like Dark Chocolate and Cherry Brownies, which are presented as a lower-calorie and lower-sugar dessert option.
Read More: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/recipe-dark-chocolate-and-cherry-brownies
