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Edible mushroom vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Important differences between edible mushroom and star anise

  • Star anise has more iron, manganese, copper, calcium, fiber, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin B6, magnesium, and potassium than edible mushroom.
  • Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 456% more.
  • Star anise has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of star anise is 89, while the glycemic index of edible mushroom is 32.

The food varieties used in the comparison are Mushrooms, white, raw 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 6.4% 0.9% 28% 19% 106% 14% 37% 0.65% 6.1% 51%
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 less SodiumSodium -68.8%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +86%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +1788.9%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +21433.3%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +353.1%
Contains more IronIron +7292%
Contains more CopperCopper +186.2%
Contains more ZincZinc +919.2%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +411.6%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +4793.6%

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 7% 0% 0.2% 3% 20% 93% 68% 90% 24% 5% 0% 13% 9.4%
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 DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +38.6%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +17.9%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +87.8%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +70%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +900%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +319.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +525%
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
3% 3% 92%
Protein: 3.09 g
Fats: 0.34 g
Carbs: 3.26 g
Water: 92.45 g
Other: 0.86 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 WaterWater +869.1%
Contains more ProteinProtein +469.6%
Contains more FatsFats +4576.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1434.4%
Contains more OtherOther +707%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
24% 76%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.05 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.16 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 -91.5%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +∞%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +1868.8%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Edible mushroom Star anise DV% diff.
Iron 0.5mg 36.96mg 456%
Manganese 0.047mg 2.3mg 98%
Copper 0.318mg 0.91mg 66%
Calcium 3mg 646mg 64%
Fiber 1g 14.6g 54%
Phosphorus 86mg 440mg 51%
Zinc 0.52mg 5.3mg 43%
Vitamin B6 0.104mg 0.65mg 42%
Magnesium 9mg 170mg 38%
Potassium 318mg 1441mg 33%
Protein 3.09g 17.6g 29%
Monounsaturated fat 0g 9.78g 24%
Fats 0.34g 15.9g 24%
Vitamin B1 0.081mg 0.34mg 22%
Vitamin C 2.1mg 21mg 21%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.16g 3.15g 20%
Carbs 3.26g 50.02g 16%
Calories 22kcal 337kcal 16%
Vitamin B5 1.497mg 0.797mg 14%
Vitamin B2 0.402mg 0.29mg 9%
Selenium 9.3µg 5µg 8%
Choline 17.3mg 3%
Vitamin B3 3.607mg 3.06mg 3%
Vitamin A 0µg 16µg 2%
Saturated fat 0.05g 0.586g 2%
Vitamin B12 0.04µg 0µg 2%
Folate 17µg 10µg 2%
Vitamin D 0.2µg 0µg 1%
Vitamin D 7IU 0IU 1%
Net carbs 2.26g 35.42g N/A
Sugar 1.98g N/A
Sodium 5mg 16mg 0%
Vitamin E 0.01mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.035mg 0%
Threonine 0.107mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.076mg 0%
Leucine 0.12mg 0%
Lysine 0.107mg 0%
Methionine 0.031mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.085mg 0%
Valine 0.232mg 0%
Histidine 0.057mg 0%
Fructose 0.17g 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Edible mushroom 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
26%
Edible mushroom
38%
Star anise
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
27%
Edible mushroom
279%
Star anise

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.98g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Edible mushroom
Edible mushroom contains less Sodium (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Edible mushroom
Edible mushroom is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.536g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Edible mushroom
Edible mushroom is lower in glycemic index (difference - 57)
Which food is cheaper?
Edible mushroom
Edible mushroom is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Edible mushroom
Edible mushroom is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

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. Edible mushroom - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169251/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.