Adzuki bean vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between adzuki bean and star anise
- Adzuki bean has more folate, copper, vitamin B5, and vitamin B1, while star anise has more iron, calcium, manganese, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and magnesium.
- Star anise covers your daily need for iron, 400% more than adzuki bean.
- Adzuki bean contains 62 times more folate than star anise. While adzuki bean contains 622µg of folate, star anise contains only 10µg.
- Adzuki bean has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of adzuki bean is 29, while the glycemic index of star anise is 89.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Beans, adzuki, mature seeds, raw 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 CopperCopper | +20.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -68.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +33.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +878.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +14.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +642.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +32.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +61.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +33.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +84.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +6120% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +31.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +16.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +85.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
19.87 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
62.9 g
Water:
13.44 g
Other:
3.26 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +12.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +25.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +40.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2900% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +112.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.191 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.05 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.113 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.15 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -67.4% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +19460% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2687.6% |
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 | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 4.98mg | 36.96mg | 400% |
| Folate | 622µg | 10µg | 153% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 646mg | 58% |
| Manganese | 1.73mg | 2.3mg | 25% |
| Fats | 0.53g | 15.9g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.05g | 9.78g | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 21mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.351mg | 0.65mg | 23% |
| Copper | 1.094mg | 0.91mg | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.113g | 3.15g | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.471mg | 0.797mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.455mg | 0.34mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 127mg | 170mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 381mg | 440mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 12.7g | 14.6g | 8% |
| Potassium | 1254mg | 1441mg | 6% |
| Protein | 19.87g | 17.6g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.22mg | 0.29mg | 5% |
| Carbs | 62.9g | 50.02g | 4% |
| Selenium | 3.1µg | 5µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.63mg | 3.06mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.191g | 0.586g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 16µg | 2% |
| Zinc | 5.04mg | 5.3mg | 2% |
| Calories | 329kcal | 337kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 50.2g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Sodium | 5mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.191mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.674mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.791mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.668mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.497mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.21mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.052mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.023mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.524mg | 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
65%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
132%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Adzuki bean contains less Sodium (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Adzuki bean is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.395g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Adzuki bean is lower in glycemic index (difference - 60)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($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.