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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 29% 5.7% 53% 122% 49% 272% 144% 3.9% 26% 44%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 189% 33% 152% 416% 109% 30% 108% 19% 3705% 31%
Contains more ZincZinc +814.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +33.3%
Contains less SodiumSodium -79.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +44.6%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +560%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +484.2%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +186.9%
Contains more IronIron +241.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +121.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0.33% 0% 0% 0% 470% 261% 231% 294% 99% 1.3% 0% 589% 17%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 269% 9% 0% 0% 29% 62% 27% 0% 233% 0% 0% 70% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +1534.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +323.2%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +742.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +744.1%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +80700%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +134.9%
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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 WaterWater +479.8%
Contains more ProteinProtein +36.1%
Contains more FatsFats +207.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +261.2%
Contains more OtherOther +109.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
19% 81%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.243 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.047 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.004 g
39% 11% 51%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.586 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.067 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -84.7%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +144.1%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated 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 DV% diff.
Manganese 0.2mg 28.408mg 1226%
Folate 785µg 93µg 173%
Vitamin B1 1.88mg 0.115mg 147%
Vitamin B5 4.9mg 98%
Iron 3.25mg 11.1mg 98%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 80.8mg 90%
Zinc 9.97mg 1.09mg 81%
Vitamin B3 12.3mg 1.46mg 68%
Vitamin B2 1.13mg 0.267mg 66%
Magnesium 40mg 264mg 53%
Vitamin B6 0.43mg 1.01mg 45%
Potassium 601mg 1724mg 33%
Copper 0.148mg 0.328mg 20%
Fiber 8.1g 3.9g 17%
Carbs 18.1g 65.37g 16%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.004g 2.067g 14%
Phosphorus 336mg 252mg 12%
Calories 105kcal 310kcal 10%
Calcium 19mg 111mg 9%
Fats 1.9g 5.85g 6%
Choline 32mg 6%
Protein 8.4g 11.43g 6%
Saturated fat 0.243g 1.586g 6%
Selenium 8.1µg 5.6µg 5%
Sodium 30mg 148mg 5%
Vitamin A 0µg 27µg 3%
Monounsaturated fat 1.047g 0.429g 2%
Net carbs 10g 61.47g N/A
Vitamin B12 0.01µg 0µg 0%
Tryptophan 0.106mg 0%
Threonine 0.435mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.476mg 0%
Leucine 0.668mg 0%
Lysine 0.69mg 0%
Methionine 0.166mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.407mg 0%
Valine 0.512mg 0%
Histidine 0.217mg 0%
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.006g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Baker's yeast Saffron
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
151%
Baker's yeast
54%
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.