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Corned beef vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between corned beef and saffron

  • Corned beef is richer in vitamin B12 and selenium, yet saffron is richer in manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, and potassium.
  • Daily need coverage for manganese for saffron is 1234% higher.
  • Saffron contains less cholesterol.
  • Corned beef has a lower glycemic index than saffron.

Food types used in this article are Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked 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 8.6% 2.4% 13% 70% 51% 125% 54% 127% 2.9% 179%
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 +320.2%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +485.7%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +2100%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1287.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1089%
Contains more IronIron +496.8%
Contains more CopperCopper +113%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +101.6%
Contains less SodiumSodium -84.8%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +129027.3%

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% 3.2% 1.5% 6.5% 39% 57% 25% 53% 204% 3.8% 4.5% 38%
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 EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +107.5%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +342.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +57.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +339.1%
Contains more FolateFolate +1450%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
18% 19% 60% 3%
Protein: 18.17 g
Fats: 18.98 g
Carbs: 0.47 g
Water: 59.79 g
Other: 2.59 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 +59%
Contains more FatsFats +224.4%
Contains more WaterWater +402.4%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +13808.5%
Contains more OtherOther +110.4%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
39% 57% 4%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 6.34 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 9.22 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.67 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 +2049.2%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -75%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +208.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Corned beef Saffron
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 Corned beef Saffron DV% diff.
Manganese 0.022mg 28.408mg 1234%
Iron 1.86mg 11.1mg 116%
Vitamin C 0mg 80.8mg 90%
Vitamin B12 1.63µg 0µg 68%
Vitamin B6 0.23mg 1.01mg 60%
Magnesium 12mg 264mg 60%
Selenium 32.8µg 5.6µg 49%
Potassium 145mg 1724mg 46%
Sodium 973mg 148mg 36%
Cholesterol 98mg 0mg 33%
Zinc 4.58mg 1.09mg 32%
Carbs 0.47g 65.37g 22%
Monounsaturated fat 9.22g 0.429g 22%
Folate 6µg 93µg 22%
Saturated fat 6.34g 1.586g 22%
Fats 18.98g 5.85g 20%
Copper 0.154mg 0.328mg 19%
Phosphorus 125mg 252mg 18%
Fiber 0g 3.9g 16%
Choline 69.2mg 13%
Protein 18.17g 11.43g 13%
Calcium 8mg 111mg 10%
Vitamin B3 3.03mg 1.46mg 10%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.67g 2.067g 9%
Vitamin B5 0.42mg 8%
Vitamin B2 0.17mg 0.267mg 7%
Vitamin B1 0.026mg 0.115mg 7%
Calories 251kcal 310kcal 3%
Vitamin A 0µg 27µg 3%
Vitamin K 1.5µg 1%
Vitamin D 0.1µg 0µg 1%
Vitamin E 0.16mg 1%
Vitamin D 4IU 0IU 1%
Net carbs 0.47g 61.47g N/A
Tryptophan 0.119mg 0%
Threonine 0.726mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.827mg 0%
Leucine 1.445mg 0%
Lysine 1.536mg 0%
Methionine 0.473mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.718mg 0%
Valine 0.901mg 0%
Histidine 0.58mg 0%
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.006g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Corned beef 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
33%
Corned beef
54%
Saffron
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
63%
Corned beef
479%
Saffron

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 98mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 825mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.754g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Corned beef
Corned beef is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Corned beef
Corned beef 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. Corned beef - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170200/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.