Dark Chocolate 70% Cacao
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Dark Chocolate 70% Cacao by Valor scores 7/10 for Heart Health based on high saturated fat raises ldl.
Dark Chocolate 70% Cacao by Valor provides 530 calories, 11.0g protein, 36.0g fat, and 34.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 2.1g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health, Energy health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 11.0g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Excellent source of fiber with 14.0g per 100g — well above average for this food type.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sugar content (29.0g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (23.0g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Dark Chocolate 70% Cacao by Valor sits near the middle of the chocolate category with 530 kcal per 100g (category avg: 556). Standout protein at 11.0g per 100g — 51% above average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 530 kcal per 100g (category avg: 556)
- •Protein: 11.0g per 100g (category avg: 7.3g)
- •Sugars: 29.0g per 100g (category avg: 40.7g)
- •Fiber: 14.0g per 100g (category avg: 7.0g)
- •Saturated fat: 23.0g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for those looking to improve gut health or stay full longer. Not ideal for blood sugar management or low-sugar diets.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sugar content of 29.0g per 100g is high — check your portion size to stay within daily limits.
- ⚠Saturated fat at 23.0g 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 Dark Chocolate 70% Cacao 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
Cocoa paste, sugar, defatted cocoa powder, cocoa butter, emulsifier (soya lecithin). Cocoa 70% minimum.