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Saffron vs. Poultry seasoning — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Saffron and Poultry seasoning

  • Saffron has more Manganese, Vitamin C, and Potassium, while Poultry seasoning has more Iron, Calcium, Copper, Fiber, Vitamin B6, Zinc, and Vitamin B1.
  • Saffron's daily need coverage for Manganese is 937% higher.
  • Poultry seasoning contains 7 times less Vitamin C than Saffron. Saffron contains 80.8mg of Vitamin C, while Poultry seasoning contains 12mg.

The food types used in this comparison are Spices, saffron and Spices, poultry seasoning.

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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.
Contains more Magnesium +17.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +47.4%
Contains more Potassium +152%
Contains more Manganese +314.3%
Contains more Calcium +797.3%
Contains more Iron +218%
Contains less Sodium -81.8%
Contains more Zinc +188.1%
Contains more Copper +157%
Contains more Selenium +28.6%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 34% 417% 189% 108% 153% 20% 30% 110% 3706% 31%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 299% 1324% 160% 74% 61% 4% 86% 281% 895% 40%
Contains more Magnesium +17.9%
Contains more Phosphorus +47.4%
Contains more Potassium +152%
Contains more Manganese +314.3%
Contains more Calcium +797.3%
Contains more Iron +218%
Contains less Sodium -81.8%
Contains more Zinc +188.1%
Contains more Copper +157%
Contains more Selenium +28.6%

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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Contains more Vitamin C +573.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +39.8%
Contains more Vitamin A +396.6%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +129.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +103.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +30.7%
Contains more Folate +48.4%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 32% 0% 0% 270% 29% 62% 28% 0% 234% 70% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 158% 27% 0% 40% 67% 45% 56% 0% 305% 104% 0% 2014%
Contains more Vitamin C +573.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +39.8%
Contains more Vitamin A +396.6%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +129.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +103.4%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +30.7%
Contains more Folate +48.4%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +19.2%
Contains more Water +27.8%
Contains more Fats +28.7%
Contains more Other +46.4%
Equal in Carbs - 65.59
11% 6% 65% 12% 5%
Protein: 11.43 g
Fats: 5.85 g
Carbs: 65.37 g
Water: 11.9 g
Other: 5.45 g
10% 8% 66% 9% 8%
Protein: 9.59 g
Fats: 7.53 g
Carbs: 65.59 g
Water: 9.31 g
Other: 7.98 g
Contains more Protein +19.2%
Contains more Water +27.8%
Contains more Fats +28.7%
Contains more Other +46.4%
Equal in Carbs - 65.59

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -51.8%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +181.1%
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 1.936
39% 11% 51%
Saturated Fat: 1.586 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.067 g
51% 19% 30%
Saturated Fat: 3.29 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.206 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1.936 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -51.8%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +181.1%
Equal in Polyunsaturated fat - 1.936

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Saffron Poultry seasoning
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Saffron Poultry seasoning Opinion
Net carbs 61.47g 54.29g Saffron
Protein 11.43g 9.59g Saffron
Fats 5.85g 7.53g Poultry seasoning
Carbs 65.37g 65.59g Poultry seasoning
Calories 310kcal 307kcal Saffron
Sugar 1.8g Saffron
Fiber 3.9g 11.3g Poultry seasoning
Calcium 111mg 996mg Poultry seasoning
Iron 11.1mg 35.3mg Poultry seasoning
Magnesium 264mg 224mg Saffron
Phosphorus 252mg 171mg Saffron
Potassium 1724mg 684mg Saffron
Sodium 148mg 27mg Poultry seasoning
Zinc 1.09mg 3.14mg Poultry seasoning
Copper 0.328mg 0.843mg Poultry seasoning
Manganese 28.408mg 6.857mg Saffron
Selenium 5.6µg 7.2µg Poultry seasoning
Vitamin A 530IU 2632IU Poultry seasoning
Vitamin A RAE 27µg 132µg Poultry seasoning
Vitamin E 1.32mg Poultry seasoning
Vitamin C 80.8mg 12mg Saffron
Vitamin B1 0.115mg 0.264mg Poultry seasoning
Vitamin B2 0.267mg 0.191mg Saffron
Vitamin B3 1.46mg 2.97mg Poultry seasoning
Vitamin B6 1.01mg 1.32mg Poultry seasoning
Folate 93µg 138µg Poultry seasoning
Vitamin K 805.4µg Poultry seasoning
Saturated Fat 1.586g 3.29g Saffron
Omega-3 - DPA 0.006g 0g Saffron
Monounsaturated Fat 0.429g 1.206g Poultry seasoning
Polyunsaturated fat 2.067g 1.936g Saffron

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Saffron Poultry seasoning
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
60%
Saffron
234%
Poultry seasoning
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
Saffron
322%
Poultry seasoning

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.8g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.704g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Poultry seasoning
Poultry seasoning contains less Sodium (difference - 121mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Poultry seasoning
Poultry seasoning is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Poultry seasoning
Poultry seasoning is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Poultry seasoning
Poultry seasoning 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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Saffron - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170934/nutrients
  2. Poultry seasoning - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171331/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.