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Baker's yeast vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Baker's yeast and Saffron

  • Baker's yeast has more Folate, Vitamin B1, Zinc, Vitamin B3, and Vitamin B2, while Saffron has more Manganese, Iron, Vitamin C, Magnesium, and Vitamin B6.
  • Saffron's daily need coverage for Manganese is 1226% higher.
  • Saffron contains 16 times less Vitamin B1 than Baker's yeast. Baker's yeast contains 1.88mg of Vitamin B1, while Saffron contains 0.115mg.

The food types used in this comparison are Leavening agents, yeast, baker's, compressed and Spices, saffron.

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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 Phosphorus +33.3%
Contains less Sodium -79.7%
Contains more Zinc +814.7%
Contains more Selenium +44.6%
Contains more Calcium +484.2%
Contains more Iron +241.5%
Contains more Magnesium +560%
Contains more Potassium +186.9%
Contains more Copper +121.6%
Contains more Manganese +14104%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 6% 122% 29% 144% 54% 4% 272% 50% 27% 45%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 34% 417% 189% 108% 153% 20% 30% 110% 3706% 31%
Contains more Phosphorus +33.3%
Contains less Sodium -79.7%
Contains more Zinc +814.7%
Contains more Selenium +44.6%
Contains more Calcium +484.2%
Contains more Iron +241.5%
Contains more Magnesium +560%
Contains more Potassium +186.9%
Contains more Copper +121.6%
Contains more Manganese +14104%

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 B1 +1534.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +323.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +742.5%
Contains more Folate +744.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +80700%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +134.9%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 1% 470% 261% 231% 295% 100% 589% 2% 0%
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%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +1534.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +323.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +742.5%
Contains more Folate +744.1%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +80700%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +134.9%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +479.8%
Contains more Protein +36.1%
Contains more Fats +207.9%
Contains more Carbs +261.2%
Contains more Other +109.6%
8% 2% 18% 69% 3%
Protein: 8.4 g
Fats: 1.9 g
Carbs: 18.1 g
Water: 69 g
Other: 2.6 g
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
Contains more Water +479.8%
Contains more Protein +36.1%
Contains more Fats +207.9%
Contains more Carbs +261.2%
Contains more Other +109.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -84.7%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +144.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +51575%
19% 81%
Saturated Fat: 0.243 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.047 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.004 g
39% 11% 51%
Saturated Fat: 1.586 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.067 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -84.7%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +144.1%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +51575%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Baker's yeast Saffron Opinion
Net carbs 10g 61.47g Saffron
Protein 8.4g 11.43g Saffron
Fats 1.9g 5.85g Saffron
Carbs 18.1g 65.37g Saffron
Calories 105kcal 310kcal Saffron
Fiber 8.1g 3.9g Baker's yeast
Calcium 19mg 111mg Saffron
Iron 3.25mg 11.1mg Saffron
Magnesium 40mg 264mg Saffron
Phosphorus 336mg 252mg Baker's yeast
Potassium 601mg 1724mg Saffron
Sodium 30mg 148mg Baker's yeast
Zinc 9.97mg 1.09mg Baker's yeast
Copper 0.148mg 0.328mg Saffron
Manganese 0.2mg 28.408mg Saffron
Selenium 8.1µg 5.6µg Baker's yeast
Vitamin A 0IU 530IU Saffron
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 27µg Saffron
Vitamin C 0.1mg 80.8mg Saffron
Vitamin B1 1.88mg 0.115mg Baker's yeast
Vitamin B2 1.13mg 0.267mg Baker's yeast
Vitamin B3 12.3mg 1.46mg Baker's yeast
Vitamin B5 4.9mg Baker's yeast
Vitamin B6 0.43mg 1.01mg Saffron
Folate 785µg 93µg Baker's yeast
Vitamin B12 0.01µg 0µg Baker's yeast
Tryptophan 0.106mg Baker's yeast
Threonine 0.435mg Baker's yeast
Isoleucine 0.476mg Baker's yeast
Leucine 0.668mg Baker's yeast
Lysine 0.69mg Baker's yeast
Methionine 0.166mg Baker's yeast
Phenylalanine 0.407mg Baker's yeast
Valine 0.512mg Baker's yeast
Histidine 0.217mg Baker's yeast
Saturated Fat 0.243g 1.586g Baker's yeast
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.006g Saffron
Monounsaturated Fat 1.047g 0.429g Baker's yeast
Polyunsaturated fat 0.004g 2.067g Saffron

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Baker's yeast Saffron
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
162%
Baker's yeast
60%
Saffron
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
75%
Baker's yeast
479%
Saffron

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Baker's yeast
Baker's yeast contains less Sodium (difference - 118mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Baker's yeast
Baker's yeast is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.343g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Baker's yeast
Baker's yeast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Baker's yeast
Baker's yeast is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Baker's yeast
Baker's yeast 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. Baker's yeast - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175042/nutrients
  2. Saffron - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170934/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.