Saffron vs. Oregano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Saffron and Oregano
- Saffron is richer in Manganese, Vitamin C, and Phosphorus, yet Oregano is richer in Iron, Fiber, Calcium, Folate, Copper, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin B3.
- Daily need coverage for Manganese from Saffron is 1018% higher.
- Saffron contains 35 times more Vitamin C than Oregano. Saffron contains 80.8mg of Vitamin C, while Oregano contains 2.3mg.
Food types used in this article are Spices, saffron and Spices, oregano, dried.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
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Phosphorus
+70.3%
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Potassium
+36.8%
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Manganese
+469.3%
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Selenium
+24.4%
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Calcium
+1338.7%
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Iron
+231.5%
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Sodium
-83.1%
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Zinc
+146.8%
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Copper
+93%
Equal in Magnesium - 270
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Phosphorus
+70.3%
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Potassium
+36.8%
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Manganese
+469.3%
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Selenium
+24.4%
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Calcium
+1338.7%
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Iron
+231.5%
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Sodium
-83.1%
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Zinc
+146.8%
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Copper
+93%
Equal in Magnesium - 270
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
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Vitamin C
+3413%
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Vitamin A
+220.9%
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Vitamin B1
+53.9%
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Vitamin B2
+97.8%
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Vitamin B3
+217.8%
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Folate
+154.8%
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 1.044
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Vitamin C
+3413%
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Vitamin A
+220.9%
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Vitamin B1
+53.9%
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Vitamin B2
+97.8%
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Vitamin B3
+217.8%
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Folate
+154.8%
Equal in Vitamin B6 - 1.044
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+27%
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Fats
+36.7%
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Water
+19.8%
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+44.4%
Equal in Carbs - 68.92
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Protein
+27%
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+36.7%
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+19.8%
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+44.4%
Equal in Carbs - 68.92
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Polyunsaturated fat
+51%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+66.9%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 1.551
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Polyunsaturated fat
+51%
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Monounsaturated Fat
+66.9%
Equal in Saturated Fat - 1.551
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 61.47g | 26.42g |
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| Protein | 11.43g | 9g |
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| Fats | 5.85g | 4.28g |
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| Carbs | 65.37g | 68.92g |
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| Calories | 310kcal | 265kcal |
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| Fructose | 1.13g |
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| Sugar | 4.09g |
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| Fiber | 3.9g | 42.5g |
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| Calcium | 111mg | 1597mg |
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| Iron | 11.1mg | 36.8mg |
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| Magnesium | 264mg | 270mg |
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| Phosphorus | 252mg | 148mg |
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| Potassium | 1724mg | 1260mg |
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| Sodium | 148mg | 25mg |
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| Zinc | 1.09mg | 2.69mg |
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| Copper | 0.328mg | 0.633mg |
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| Manganese | 28.408mg | 4.99mg |
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| Selenium | 5.6µg | 4.5µg |
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| Vitamin A | 530IU | 1701IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 27µg | 85µg |
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| Vitamin E | 18.26mg |
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| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 2.3mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 0.177mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 0.528mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 4.64mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.921mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 1.044mg |
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| Folate | 93µg | 237µg |
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| Vitamin K | 621.7µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.203mg |
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| Threonine | 0.322mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.441mg |
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| Leucine | 0.78mg |
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| Lysine | 0.5mg |
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| Methionine | 0.127mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.449mg |
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| Valine | 0.585mg |
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| Histidine | 0.144mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.586g | 1.551g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.429g | 0.716g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 1.369g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.621g |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.09g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Oregano contains less Sodium (difference - 123mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Oregano is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.035g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Oregano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Oregano is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.