Barbecue chicken vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are barbecue chicken and saffron different?
- Barbecue chicken is richer in selenium and vitamin B3, while saffron is higher in manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, and copper.
- Saffron covers your daily need for manganese, 1235% more than barbecue chicken.
- Saffron has a higher glycemic index (70) than barbecue chicken (10).
Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, thigh meat and skin and Spices, saffron types were used in this article.
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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 ZincZinc | +63.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +292.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1157.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +593.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +576.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1068.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +326% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -55.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +568060% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +292.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +35% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +109.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +17.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +428.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1062.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
22.51 g
Fats:
15.08 g
Carbs:
0.12 g
Water:
61.41 g
Other:
0.88 g
Protein:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +96.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +157.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +416.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +54375% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +519.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.927 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.446 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.038 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.067 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1402.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -59.6% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~2.067g
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.005mg | 28.408mg | 1235% |
| Iron | 0.95mg | 11.1mg | 127% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 80.8mg | 90% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.191mg | 1.01mg | 63% |
| Magnesium | 21mg | 264mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 255mg | 1724mg | 43% |
| Cholesterol | 127mg | 0mg | 42% |
| Selenium | 22µg | 5.6µg | 30% |
| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.328mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B3 | 5.732mg | 1.46mg | 27% |
| Protein | 22.51g | 11.43g | 22% |
| Carbs | 0.12g | 65.37g | 22% |
| Folate | 8µg | 93µg | 21% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.47µg | 0µg | 20% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.9g | 16% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.446g | 0.429g | 15% |
| Fats | 15.08g | 5.85g | 14% |
| Choline | 62.9mg | 11% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.927g | 1.586g | 11% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 111mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 335mg | 148mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.78mg | 1.09mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 218mg | 252mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.115mg | 5% |
| Calories | 226kcal | 310kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.227mg | 0.267mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.152mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin A | 20µg | 27µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.12g | 61.47g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.12g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.078g | 0g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.038g | 2.067g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.173mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.657mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.853mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.549mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.75mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.565mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.69mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.935mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.592mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.011g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
26%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
41%
479%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 127mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.12g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 187mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.341g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Barbecue chicken is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
Which food is cheaper?
Barbecue chicken is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.