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Broth vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Important differences between broth and star anise

  • Broth has more selenium; however, star anise is richer in iron, copper, manganese, fiber, zinc, calcium, vitamin B6, and phosphorus.
  • Broth's daily need coverage for sodium is 1037% more.
  • Broth contains 6 times more selenium than star anise. Broth contains 28µg of selenium, while star anise contains 5µg.
  • Star anise contains less sodium.
  • Star anise has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of star anise is 89, while the glycemic index of broth is 45.

The food varieties used in the comparison are Soup, chicken broth or bouillon, dry 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.
Broth
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Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 40% 56% 27% 39% 0% 2.5% 71% 3114% 20% 153%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 121% 194% 127% 1386% 303% 145% 189% 2.1% 300% 27%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +460%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +203.6%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +245.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +366.3%
Contains more IronIron +3488.3%
Contains more CopperCopper +∞%
Contains more ZincZinc +5788.9%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +165.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.9%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +1433.3%

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.
Broth
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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 3.7% 0% 9.2% 0% 25% 99% 46% 36% 23% 38% 0% 24% 63%
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 70% 5.3% 0% 0% 85% 67% 57% 48% 150% 0% 0% 7.5% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +48.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +220%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +1809.1%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +240%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +24.4%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +32.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +550%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Broth
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17% 14% 18% 2% 49%
Protein: 16.66 g
Fats: 13.88 g
Carbs: 18.01 g
Water: 2.27 g
Other: 49.18 g
18% 16% 50% 10% 7%
Protein: 17.6 g
Fats: 15.9 g
Carbs: 50.02 g
Water: 9.54 g
Other: 6.94 g
Contains more OtherOther +608.6%
Contains more FatsFats +14.6%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +177.7%
Contains more WaterWater +320.3%
~equal in Protein ~17.6g

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Broth
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26% 40% 34%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 3.43 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 5.36 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 4.48 g
4% 72% 23%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.15 g
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +42.2%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -82.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +82.5%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Broth Star anise DV% diff.
Sodium 23875mg 16mg 1037%
Iron 1.03mg 36.96mg 449%
Copper 0mg 0.91mg 101%
Manganese 0.15mg 2.3mg 93%
Fiber 0g 14.6g 58%
Zinc 0.09mg 5.3mg 47%
Calcium 187mg 646mg 46%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 0.65mg 42%
Selenium 28µg 5µg 42%
Phosphorus 166mg 440mg 39%
Potassium 309mg 1441mg 33%
Magnesium 56mg 170mg 27%
Vitamin C 1.1mg 21mg 22%
Choline 114.6mg 21%
Vitamin B1 0.1mg 0.34mg 20%
Vitamin B12 0.3µg 0µg 13%
Saturated fat 3.43g 0.586g 13%
Carbs 18.01g 50.02g 11%
Vitamin B2 0.43mg 0.29mg 11%
Monounsaturated fat 5.36g 9.78g 11%
Polyunsaturated fat 4.48g 3.15g 9%
Folate 32µg 10µg 6%
Vitamin B3 2.46mg 3.06mg 4%
Vitamin B5 0.6mg 0.797mg 4%
Cholesterol 13mg 0mg 4%
Calories 267kcal 337kcal 4%
Vitamin E 0.46mg 3%
Fats 13.88g 15.9g 3%
Vitamin A 0µg 16µg 2%
Protein 16.66g 17.6g 2%
Net carbs 18.01g 35.42g N/A
Sugar 17.36g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Broth Star anise
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
28%
Broth
38%
Star anise
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
352%
Broth
279%
Star anise

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 23859mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.844g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Broth
Broth is lower in glycemic index (difference - 44)
Which food is cheaper?
Broth
Broth is cheaper (difference - $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. Broth - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171562/nutrients
  2. Star anise - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171316/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.