Cumin vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between cumin and star anise?
- Cumin is richer in iron, magnesium, manganese, calcium, vitamin B1, vitamin A, and potassium, yet star anise is richer in vitamin B6, fiber, and vitamin C.
- Cumin's daily need coverage for iron is 368% higher.
- Cumin has 4 times more vitamin A than star anise. Cumin has 1270IU of vitamin A, while star anise has 311IU.
- Cumin has a lower glycemic index than star anise.
We used Spices, cumin seed 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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +115.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +44.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +24.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +79.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +13.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +44.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +10.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -90.5% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +84.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +12.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +49.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +172.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +49.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
17.81 g
Fats:
22.27 g
Carbs:
44.24 g
Water:
8.06 g
Other:
7.62 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +40.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +13.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.4% |
~equal in
Protein
~17.6g
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Other
~6.94g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.535 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
14.04 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.279 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.15 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +43.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -61.8% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~3.15g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 66.36mg | 36.96mg | 368% |
| Magnesium | 366mg | 170mg | 47% |
| Manganese | 3.333mg | 2.3mg | 45% |
| Calcium | 931mg | 646mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.628mg | 0.34mg | 24% |
| Vitamin E | 3.33mg | 22% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.435mg | 0.65mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 10.5g | 14.6g | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin C | 7.7mg | 21mg | 15% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 14.04g | 9.78g | 11% |
| Fats | 22.27g | 15.9g | 10% |
| Potassium | 1788mg | 1441mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.579mg | 3.06mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus | 499mg | 440mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 168mg | 16mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 5.4µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 64µg | 16µg | 5% |
| Zinc | 4.8mg | 5.3mg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.867mg | 0.91mg | 5% |
| Choline | 24.7mg | 4% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.535g | 0.586g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.327mg | 0.29mg | 3% |
| Calories | 375kcal | 337kcal | 2% |
| Carbs | 44.24g | 50.02g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.279g | 3.15g | 1% |
| Protein | 17.81g | 17.6g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 33.74g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.25g | N/A | |
| Selenium | 5.2µg | 5µg | 0% |
| Folate | 10µg | 10µg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
431%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.25g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 152mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.949g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cumin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cumin is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cumin is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)