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Parmigiano-Reggiano vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between parmigiano-Reggiano and star anise?

  • Parmigiano-Reggiano is richer in vitamin B12, calcium, and phosphorus, yet star anise is richer in iron, manganese, copper, fiber, and vitamin B6.
  • Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 451% higher.
  • Star anise contains less sodium.
  • Parmigiano-Reggiano has a lower glycemic index than star anise.

We used Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat and Spices, anise seed 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 27% 333% 11% 34% 79% 106% 312% 199% 11% 97%
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 CalciumCalcium +71.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +65.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +254%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +347.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1052.8%
Contains more IronIron +4006.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +282.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +37%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +2605.9%

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% 53% 3.4% 6% 7.3% 112% 2.1% 20% 11% 283% 4.3% 7.5% 11%
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 AVitamin A +900%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +67.6%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +1072.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +2584.2%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +145.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1226.5%
~equal in Folate ~10µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
20% 20% 51% 8%
Protein: 20 g
Fats: 20 g
Carbs: 1.37 g
Water: 50.6 g
Other: 8.03 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 ProteinProtein +13.6%
Contains more FatsFats +25.8%
Contains more WaterWater +430.4%
Contains more OtherOther +15.7%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +3551.1%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
67% 31% 2%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 13.317 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.462 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 less Sat. FatSaturated fat -95.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +60.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +581.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Parmigiano-Reggiano Star anise DV% diff.
Iron 0.9mg 36.96mg 451%
Manganese 0.085mg 2.3mg 96%
Vitamin B12 2.26µg 0µg 94%
Copper 0.238mg 0.91mg 75%
Sodium 1529mg 16mg 66%
Saturated fat 13.317g 0.586g 58%
Fiber 0g 14.6g 58%
Calcium 1109mg 646mg 46%
Vitamin B6 0.049mg 0.65mg 46%
Phosphorus 729mg 440mg 41%
Potassium 125mg 1441mg 39%
Magnesium 38mg 170mg 31%
Cholesterol 88mg 0mg 29%
Vitamin B1 0.029mg 0.34mg 26%
Vitamin C 0mg 21mg 23%
Selenium 17.7µg 5µg 23%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.462g 3.15g 18%
Vitamin B3 0.114mg 3.06mg 18%
Vitamin A 160µg 16µg 16%
Carbs 1.37g 50.02g 16%
Vitamin B2 0.486mg 0.29mg 15%
Zinc 3.87mg 5.3mg 13%
Monounsaturated fat 6.098g 9.78g 9%
Vitamin B5 0.325mg 0.797mg 9%
Fats 20g 15.9g 6%
Protein 20g 17.6g 5%
Choline 20.7mg 4%
Calories 265kcal 337kcal 4%
Vitamin D 0.4µg 0µg 2%
Vitamin D 15IU 0IU 2%
Vitamin K 1.7µg 1%
Vitamin E 0.17mg 1%
Net carbs 1.37g 35.42g N/A
Folate 10µg 10µg 0%
Tryptophan 0.24mg 0%
Threonine 1.519mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.2mg 0%
Leucine 2.983mg 0%
Lysine 2.459mg 0%
Methionine 0.369mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.604mg 0%
Valine 1.498mg 0%
Histidine 0.752mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Parmigiano-Reggiano 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
40%
Parmigiano-Reggiano
38%
Star anise
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
121%
Parmigiano-Reggiano
279%
Star anise

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 1513mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.731g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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. Parmigiano-Reggiano - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173452/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.