Balsamic vinegar vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between balsamic vinegar and star anise
- Balsamic vinegar contains less iron, copper, manganese, calcium, phosphorus, zinc, potassium, magnesium, vitamin C, and vitamin A than star anise.
- Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 453% higher.
- Balsamic vinegar has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of balsamic vinegar is 50, while the glycemic index of star anise is 89.
The food types used in this comparison are Vinegar, balsamic 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +1316.7% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2292.6% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1186.6% |
Contains more IronIron | +5033.3% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +3400% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +6525% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2215.8% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -30.4% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1655.7% |
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.
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.49 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
17.03 g
Water:
76.45 g
Other:
6.03 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
Contains more WaterWater | +701.4% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +3491.8% |
Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +193.7% |
Contains more OtherOther | +15.1% |
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in price |
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Rich in minerals |
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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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DV% diff. |
Iron | 0.72mg | 36.96mg | 453% |
Copper | 0.026mg | 0.91mg | 98% |
Manganese | 0.131mg | 2.3mg | 94% |
Calcium | 27mg | 646mg | 62% |
Phosphorus | 19mg | 440mg | 60% |
Fiber | 14.6g | 58% | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 50% | |
Zinc | 0.08mg | 5.3mg | 47% |
Potassium | 112mg | 1441mg | 39% |
Magnesium | 12mg | 170mg | 38% |
Protein | 0.49g | 17.6g | 34% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 28% | |
Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 24% | |
Fats | 0g | 15.9g | 24% |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 21mg | 23% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 22% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 21% | |
Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 19% | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 16% | |
Calories | 88kcal | 337kcal | 12% |
Carbs | 17.03g | 50.02g | 11% |
Selenium | 5µg | 9% | |
Fructose | 7.38g | 9% | |
Folate | 10µg | 3% | |
Saturated fat | 0g | 0.586g | 3% |
Vitamin A | 0µg | 16µg | 2% |
Net carbs | 17.03g | 35.42g | N/A |
Sugar | 14.95g | N/A | |
Sodium | 23mg | 16mg | 0% |
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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
0%
![Balsamic vinegar](/img/foods/50px/02069.png)
38%
![Star anise](/img/foods/50px/02002.png)
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
![Balsamic vinegar](/img/foods/50px/02069.png)
279%
![Star anise](/img/foods/50px/02002.png)
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
![Star anise](/img/foods/50px/02002.png)
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 14.95g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
![Star anise](/img/foods/50px/02002.png)
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is cheaper?
![Star anise](/img/foods/50px/02002.png)
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
![Star anise](/img/foods/50px/02002.png)
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
![Star anise](/img/foods/50px/02002.png)
Star anise is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
![Balsamic vinegar](/img/foods/50px/02069.png)
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
![Balsamic vinegar](/img/foods/50px/02069.png)
Balsamic vinegar is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
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Balsamic vinegar is lower in glycemic index (difference - 39)