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Beefsteak raw vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between beefsteak raw and saffron

  • Beefsteak raw has more vitamin B12, selenium, and zinc, while saffron has more iron, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, vitamin B6, copper, and folate.
  • Saffron's daily need coverage for iron is 114% higher.
  • Beefsteak raw has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of beefsteak raw is 0, while the glycemic index of saffron is 70.

The food types used in this comparison are Beef, loin, top sirloin cap steak, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, raw 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 18% 1.5% 33% 75% 26% 145% 94% 7.2% 0% 152%
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 +386.2%
Contains less SodiumSodium -62.8%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +398.2%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +956%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +2120%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +359.7%
Contains more IronIron +455%
Contains more CopperCopper +315.2%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +14.5%

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% 0.67% 0% 1.5% 19% 42% 95% 0% 125% 336% 3.8% 2.3% 0%
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 DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +245.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +1250%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +53.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +46.7%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +86%
Contains more FolateFolate +3000%
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~mg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
21% 5% 73%
Protein: 21.38 g
Fats: 5.36 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 72.93 g
Other: 0.33 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 +87.1%
Contains more WaterWater +512.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more OtherOther +1551.5%
~equal in Fats ~5.85g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
42% 53% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.875 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 2.354 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.189 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 +448.7%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -15.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +993.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Beefsteak raw Saffron DV% diff.
Manganese 28.408mg 1235%
Iron 2mg 11.1mg 114%
Vitamin B12 2.69µg 0µg 112%
Vitamin C 0mg 80.8mg 90%
Magnesium 25mg 264mg 57%
Selenium 27.9µg 5.6µg 41%
Potassium 375mg 1724mg 40%
Zinc 5.3mg 1.09mg 38%
Vitamin B6 0.543mg 1.01mg 36%
Copper 0.079mg 0.328mg 28%
Folate 3µg 93µg 23%
Cholesterol 67mg 0mg 22%
Carbs 0g 65.37g 22%
Vitamin B3 5.048mg 1.46mg 22%
Protein 21.38g 11.43g 20%
Fiber 0g 3.9g 16%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.189g 2.067g 13%
Calcium 5mg 111mg 11%
Calories 134kcal 310kcal 9%
Vitamin B2 0.182mg 0.267mg 7%
Monounsaturated fat 2.354g 0.429g 5%
Phosphorus 220mg 252mg 5%
Sodium 55mg 148mg 4%
Vitamin B1 0.075mg 0.115mg 3%
Vitamin A 2µg 27µg 3%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 0µg 1%
Vitamin K 1.5µg 1%
Saturated fat 1.875g 1.586g 1%
Fats 5.36g 5.85g 1%
Net carbs 0g 61.47g N/A
Vitamin D 3IU 0IU 0%
Trans fat 0.253g 0g N/A
Tryptophan 0.262mg 0%
Threonine 1.099mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.09mg 0%
Leucine 2.011mg 0%
Lysine 2.247mg 0%
Methionine 0.621mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.931mg 0%
Valine 1.152mg 0%
Histidine 0.868mg 0%
Omega-3 - DPA 0.008g 0.006g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.007g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.142g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Beefsteak raw Saffron
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
48%
Beefsteak raw
54%
Saffron
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
55%
Beefsteak raw
479%
Saffron

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
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 - 0.289g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw contains less Sodium (difference - 93mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beefsteak raw
Beefsteak raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
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. Beefsteak raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172173/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.