The high amount of calcium and protein in milk declares it as a crucial part of healthy diet. However, if you dilute milk with chocolate powdered mix, cocoa and sugar, chocolate syrup, or melted chocolate, you get a delicious and tempting glass of chocolate milk that seems to be simply irresistible. Chocolate milk contains all the same 16 nutrients that white milk has, including large amounts of vitamin D and calcium. Kids and adults who cannot control their craving for chocolate, chocolate milk proves to be a healthy and nutritious addition to their diet. Plus, it makes a great substitute for soft drinks or sweetened beverages and serves as an excellent afternoon stimulant drink. And if you can’t hold yourself from reaching out to a large bar of chocolate as a dessert, guzzle down a large glass of chocolate milk. With this, you can wholeheartedly satisfy your urge for chocolate that is nutritious and low in fat. For best results, prepare chocolate milk from fresh cow’s milk. Take a look at the various health benefits of drinking chocolate milk. Also know its nutritional value.
Nutritional Value Of Chocolate Milk
Amount of Chocolate Milk (homemade hot cocoa): 1 cup
Nutrients
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Amount
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Basic Components
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Protein
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8.8 g
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Cholesterol
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20 mg
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Water
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206 g
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Ash
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1.6 g
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Caffeine
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5 mg
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Theobromine
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170 mg
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Calories
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Total Calories
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192 (804 KJ)
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Calories From Carbohydrates
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105 (440 KJ)
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Calories From Fat
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52.4 (219 KJ)
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Calories From Protein
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35.2 (147 KJ)
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Carbohydrates
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Total Carbohydrate
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26.7 g
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Dietary Fiber
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2.5 g
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Sugars
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24.2 g
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Fats & Fatty Acids
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Total Fat
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5.8 g
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Saturated Fat
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3.6 g
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Monounsaturated Fat
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1.7 g
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Polyunsaturated Fat
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0.1 g
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Total Trans Fatty Acids
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0.2 g
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Total Trans-Monoenoic Fatty Acids
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0.2 g
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Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids
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20 mg
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Total Omega-6 Fatty Acids
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57.5 mg
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Vitamins
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Vitamin A
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438 IU
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Vitamin C
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0.5 mg
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Vitamin D
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100 IU
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Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol)
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0.1 mg
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Vitamin K
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0.5 mcg
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Thiamin
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0.1 mg
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Riboflavin
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0.5 mg
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Niacin
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0.3 mg
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Vitamin B6
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0.1 mg
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Folate
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12.5 mcg
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Vitamin B12
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1.1 mcg
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Pantothenic Acid
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0.8 mg
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Minerals
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Calcium
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263 mg
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Iron
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1.2 mg
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Magnesium
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57.5 mg
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Phosphorus
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263 mg
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Potassium
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492 mg
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Sodium
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110 mg
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Zinc
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1.6 mg
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Copper
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0.3 mg
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Selenium
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6.8 mcg
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