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Turmeric vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between Turmeric and Star anise

  • Turmeric has more Manganese, Iron, Copper, Fiber, and Potassium, however, Star anise is higher in Calcium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1, Vitamin C, and Phosphorus.
  • Turmeric covers your daily Manganese needs 761% more than Star anise.
  • Star anise contains 2 times less Fiber than Turmeric. Turmeric contains 22.7g of Fiber, while Star anise contains 14.6g.

Food varieties used in this article are Spices, turmeric, ground and Spices, anise seed.

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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 Iron +48.8%
Contains more Magnesium +22.4%
Contains more Potassium +44.3%
Contains more Copper +42.9%
Contains more Manganese +760.9%
Contains more Selenium +24%
Contains more Calcium +284.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +47.2%
Contains less Sodium -40.7%
Contains more Zinc +17.8%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 51% 2063% 149% 129% 184% 4% 123% 434% 2583% 34%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 194% 1386% 122% 189% 128% 3% 145% 304% 300% 28%
Contains more Iron +48.8%
Contains more Magnesium +22.4%
Contains more Potassium +44.3%
Contains more Copper +42.9%
Contains more Manganese +760.9%
Contains more Selenium +24%
Contains more Calcium +284.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +47.2%
Contains less Sodium -40.7%
Contains more Zinc +17.8%

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 Folate +100%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +2900%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +486.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +93.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +126.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +47%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +507.5%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 89% 0% 3% 15% 35% 26% 33% 25% 15% 0% 34%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 19% 0% 0% 70% 86% 67% 58% 48% 150% 8% 0% 0%
Contains more Folate +100%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +2900%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +486.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +93.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +126.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +47%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +507.5%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +34.2%
Contains more Water +34.7%
Contains more Protein +81.8%
Contains more Fats +389.2%
Equal in Other - 6.94
10% 3% 67% 13% 7%
Protein: 9.68 g
Fats: 3.25 g
Carbs: 67.14 g
Water: 12.85 g
Other: 7.08 g
18% 16% 50% 10% 7%
Protein: 17.6 g
Fats: 15.9 g
Carbs: 50.02 g
Water: 9.54 g
Other: 6.94 g
Contains more Carbs +34.2%
Contains more Water +34.7%
Contains more Protein +81.8%
Contains more Fats +389.2%
Equal in Other - 6.94

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -68.1%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +2078.2%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +316.7%
60% 15% 25%
Saturated Fat: 1.838 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.449 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.756 g
4% 72% 23%
Saturated Fat: 0.586 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 3.15 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -68.1%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +2078.2%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +316.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Turmeric Star anise Opinion
Net carbs 44.44g 35.42g Turmeric
Protein 9.68g 17.6g Star anise
Fats 3.25g 15.9g Star anise
Carbs 67.14g 50.02g Turmeric
Calories 312kcal 337kcal Star anise
Fructose 0.45g Turmeric
Sugar 3.21g Star anise
Fiber 22.7g 14.6g Turmeric
Calcium 168mg 646mg Star anise
Iron 55mg 36.96mg Turmeric
Magnesium 208mg 170mg Turmeric
Phosphorus 299mg 440mg Star anise
Potassium 2080mg 1441mg Turmeric
Sodium 27mg 16mg Star anise
Zinc 4.5mg 5.3mg Star anise
Copper 1.3mg 0.91mg Turmeric
Manganese 19.8mg 2.3mg Turmeric
Selenium 6.2µg 5µg Turmeric
Vitamin A 0IU 311IU Star anise
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 16µg Star anise
Vitamin E 4.43mg Turmeric
Vitamin C 0.7mg 21mg Star anise
Vitamin B1 0.058mg 0.34mg Star anise
Vitamin B2 0.15mg 0.29mg Star anise
Vitamin B3 1.35mg 3.06mg Star anise
Vitamin B5 0.542mg 0.797mg Star anise
Vitamin B6 0.107mg 0.65mg Star anise
Folate 20µg 10µg Turmeric
Vitamin K 13.4µg Turmeric
Tryptophan 0.17mg Turmeric
Threonine 0.33mg Turmeric
Isoleucine 0.47mg Turmeric
Leucine 0.81mg Turmeric
Lysine 0.38mg Turmeric
Methionine 0.14mg Turmeric
Phenylalanine 0.53mg Turmeric
Valine 0.66mg Turmeric
Histidine 0.15mg Turmeric
Trans Fat 0.056g Star anise
Saturated Fat 1.838g 0.586g Star anise
Monounsaturated Fat 0.449g 9.78g Star anise
Polyunsaturated fat 0.756g 3.15g Star anise
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.081g Turmeric
Omega-3 - ALA 0.003g Turmeric

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Turmeric Star anise
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
23%
Turmeric
42%
Star anise
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
575%
Turmeric
279%
Star anise

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Turmeric
Turmeric is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turmeric
Turmeric is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.21g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.252g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Star anise
Star anise is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

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. Turmeric - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172231/nutrients
  2. Star anise - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171316/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.