Egg white vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between egg whites and saffron
- Egg whites have more selenium, while saffron has more manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, copper, phosphorus, and folate.
- Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1235% higher.
- Saffron contains 4 times less selenium than egg whites. Egg whites contain 20µg of selenium, while saffron contains 5.6µg.
- Egg whites have a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of egg whites is 0, while the glycemic index of saffron is 70.
The food types used in this comparison are Egg, white, raw, fresh 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.
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +257.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +2300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1485.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +957.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +13775% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1326.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3533.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1580% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -10.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +258154.5% |
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 B2Vitamin B2 | +64.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2775% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1290.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +20100% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2225% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more WaterWater | +635.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +3341.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +8854.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +765.1% |
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Protein
~11.43g
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.011mg | 28.408mg | 1235% |
| Iron | 0.08mg | 11.1mg | 138% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 80.8mg | 90% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.005mg | 1.01mg | 77% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 264mg | 60% |
| Potassium | 163mg | 1724mg | 46% |
| Phosphorus | 15mg | 252mg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.023mg | 0.328mg | 34% |
| Selenium | 20µg | 5.6µg | 26% |
| Folate | 4µg | 93µg | 22% |
| Carbs | 0.73g | 65.37g | 22% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.9g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0g | 2.067g | 14% |
| Calories | 52kcal | 310kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.439mg | 0.267mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 111mg | 10% |
| Zinc | 0.03mg | 1.09mg | 10% |
| Fats | 0.17g | 5.85g | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.004mg | 0.115mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.105mg | 1.46mg | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 1.586g | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.19mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.09µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Sodium | 166mg | 148mg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0g | 0.429g | 1% |
| Protein | 10.9g | 11.43g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.73g | 61.47g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.71g | N/A | |
| Choline | 1.1mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.125mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.449mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.661mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.016mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.806mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.399mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.686mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.809mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.29mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g | N/A |
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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
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54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
479%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.71g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Egg white is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Egg white is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Egg white is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.