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Beef tenderloin vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between beef tenderloin and saffron?

  • Beef tenderloin is richer in vitamin B12 and selenium, while saffron is higher in manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, and potassium.
  • Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1235% higher.
  • Saffron is lower in cholesterol.
  • Saffron has a higher glycemic index (70) than beef tenderloin (0).

We used Beef, tenderloin, roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, roasted and Spices, saffron types in this comparison.

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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 16% 2.7% 29% 117% 41% 110% 87% 7.4% 1.8% 125%
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 +269.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -61.5%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +308.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +1100%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1133.3%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +420.8%
Contains more IronIron +256.9%
Contains more CopperCopper +166.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +24.1%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +202814.3%

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.
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% 0% 0% 0% 23% 60% 56% 15% 58% 308% 0% 6% 50%
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 B3Vitamin B3 +105.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +27.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +304%
Contains more FolateFolate +1062.5%
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B2 ~0.267mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
24% 25% 48% 3%
Protein: 23.9 g
Fats: 24.6 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 48.37 g
Other: 3.13 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 ProteinProtein +109.1%
Contains more FatsFats +320.5%
Contains more WaterWater +306.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +74.1%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
46% 49% 5%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 9.72 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 10.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 1 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 more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +2293.9%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -83.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +106.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Beef tenderloin Saffron DV% diff.
Manganese 0.014mg 28.408mg 1235%
Vitamin B12 2.46µg 0µg 103%
Iron 3.11mg 11.1mg 100%
Vitamin C 0mg 80.8mg 90%
Magnesium 22mg 264mg 58%
Vitamin B6 0.25mg 1.01mg 58%
Potassium 331mg 1724mg 41%
Saturated fat 9.72g 1.586g 37%
Selenium 22.9µg 5.6µg 31%
Fats 24.6g 5.85g 29%
Cholesterol 85mg 0mg 28%
Zinc 4.03mg 1.09mg 27%
Monounsaturated fat 10.27g 0.429g 25%
Protein 23.9g 11.43g 25%
Copper 0.123mg 0.328mg 23%
Carbs 0g 65.37g 22%
Folate 8µg 93µg 21%
Choline 91mg 17%
Fiber 0g 3.9g 16%
Calcium 9mg 111mg 10%
Vitamin B3 3mg 1.46mg 10%
Phosphorus 203mg 252mg 7%
Polyunsaturated fat 1g 2.067g 7%
Vitamin B5 0.25mg 5%
Sodium 57mg 148mg 4%
Vitamin A 0µg 27µg 3%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg 0.115mg 2%
Calories 324kcal 310kcal 1%
Vitamin B2 0.26mg 0.267mg 1%
Net carbs 0g 61.47g N/A
Tryptophan 0.268mg 0%
Threonine 1.044mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.075mg 0%
Leucine 1.889mg 0%
Lysine 1.989mg 0%
Methionine 0.612mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.933mg 0%
Valine 1.163mg 0%
Histidine 0.818mg 0%
Omega-3 - DPA 0.006g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Beef tenderloin 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
44%
Beef tenderloin
54%
Saffron
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
Beef tenderloin
479%
Saffron

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.134g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin contains less Sodium (difference - 91mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin 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.

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. Beef tenderloin - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169544/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.