72% Cacao Dark Chocolate
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
72% Cacao Dark Chocolate by Godiva scores 6/10 for Bone Health based on low sodium preserves calcium.
72% Cacao Dark Chocolate by Godiva provides 559 calories, 11.8g protein, 44.1g fat, and 29.4g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 2.1g of protein per 100 calories. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 11.8g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sugar content (29.4g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (29.4g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
72% Cacao Dark Chocolate by Godiva sits near the middle of the chocolate category with 559 kcal per 100g (category avg: 556). Standout protein at 11.8g per 100g — 62% above average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 559 kcal per 100g (category avg: 556)
- •Protein: 11.8g per 100g (category avg: 7.3g)
- •Sugars: 29.4g per 100g (category avg: 40.7g)
- •Saturated fat: 29.4g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for those who need quick energy or aren't calorie-restricted. Not ideal for blood sugar management or low-sugar diets.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sugar content of 29.4g per 100g is high — check your portion size to stay within daily limits.
- ⚠Saturated fat at 29.4g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If 72% Cacao Dark Chocolate doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for lower-sugar options in the same category, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the chocolate category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
unsweetened chocolate, sugar, cocoa butter, cocoa powder, soy lecithin, salt, butter oil.