Dry Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
Source of Calories
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrates | 49.79 g | 18% |
| Net Carbohydrates | 17.97 g | 7% |
| Sugars | 1.51 g | 4% |
| Added Sugars | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.82 g | 114% |
| Protein | 16.86 g | 34% |
| Total Fat | 11.78 g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 6.94 g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.93 g | - |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.38 g | - |
| Trans Fat | No data | - |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% |
| Minerals | ||
| Sodium | 18.06 mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 1310.64 mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 110.08 mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 429.14 mg | 102% |
| Iron | 11.92 mg | 66% |
| Zinc | 5.86 mg | 53% |
% 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
0.6%
Vitamin K
2%
Vitamin B1
6%
Vitamin B2
16%
Vitamin B3
12%
Vitamin B5
4%
Vitamin B6
6%
Vitamin B7
-
Vitamin B9
7%
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
8%
Iron
66%
Magnesium
102%
Phosphorus
50%
Potassium
28%
Sodium
0.8%
Zinc
53%
Copper
362%
Manganese
143%
Selenium
22%
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
35%
Isoleucine
49%
Valine
60%
Lysine
32%
Tryptophan
72%
Threonine
48%
Phenylalanine
70%
Methionine
26%
Histidine
30%
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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FAQ
Dry unsweetened cocoa powder is has about 49.79 g carbohydrates, 31.82 g fiber, 11.78 g fat, 16.86 g protein, 18.06 mg sodium, 1310.64 mg potassium, and 429.14 mg magnesium, which means it is rich in magnesium and cocoa polyphenols. Small trials with high polyphenol dark chocolate have reported lower perceived stress and lower salivary cortisol after about 2 to 4 weeks, but it is not the same as dry unsweetened cocoa powder being able to entirely lower cortisol.
Yes. In ordinary food labeling and recipe language, dry unsweetened cocoa powder is usually just cocoa powder without added sugar, although there can still be subtypes such as natural cocoa and Dutch processed cocoa.
It depends. Per cup, there is about 11.92mg of iron in dry unsweetened cocoa powder, but cocoa powder itself is not a proven hemoglobin booster due to limited iron bioavailability.
It depends. At 0 mg cholesterol, 31.82 g fiber, and 1310.64 mg potassium, which gives it a profile that is generally supportive of cardiovascular health. Additionally, cocoa flavanols can improve endothelial function, vascular stiffness and blood pressure, which may help to slow atherosclerotic processes over time. However, that is different from reversing existing plaque.
It takes about 2 weeks to 18 weeks in trials depending on the trials. In a meta analysis of flavanol rich cocoa trials, the average reduction was about 4.5 mmHg systolic and 2.5 mmHg diastolic, with benefits seen over short to medium intervention periods rather than after a single dose.
Food Health: Research and Evidence
Scientific research and expert reviews suggest that certain components in infant formula, such as specific fats and nutrients, can contribute to better cardiovascular health and improved blood sugar control in infants.
1. Food Health: Research and Evidence
Source: SpringerLink, 2024
Summary: Scientific research and expert reviews suggest that certain components in infant formula, such as specific fats and nutrients, can contribute to better cardiovascular health and improved blood sugar control in infants.
Read More: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s13668-024-00561-9
2. Food Health: Research and Evidence
Source: SpringerLink, 2024
Summary: Scientific research and expert reviews suggest that certain components in infant formula, such as specific fats and nutrients, can contribute to better cardiovascular health and improved blood sugar control in infants.
Read More: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s13668-024-00561-9
