Fajita vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between fajita and saffron
- Fajita has more vitamin B12; however, saffron is richer in manganese, iron, vitamin C, magnesium, vitamin B6, potassium, and copper.
- Saffron covers your daily manganese needs 1232% more than fajita.
- Saffron has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of saffron is 70, while the glycemic index of fajita is 42.
Specific food types used in this comparison are USDA Commodity, chicken fajita strips, frozen 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 ZincZinc | +25.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +198.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +753.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +507% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1021.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +993.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +42942.4% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +227.3% |
| 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 | +15% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +25.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +161% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2225% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +62.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +493.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2831.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +89.2% |
~equal in
Fats
~5.85g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +443.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +89.8% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~1.586g
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.066mg | 28.408mg | 1232% |
| Iron | 0.99mg | 11.1mg | 126% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 80.8mg | 90% |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 264mg | 58% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.387mg | 1.01mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 284mg | 1724mg | 42% |
| Copper | 0.03mg | 0.328mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 0mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 799mg | 148mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.54µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Folate | 4µg | 93µg | 22% |
| Carbs | 2.23g | 65.37g | 21% |
| Vitamin B3 | 4.779mg | 1.46mg | 21% |
| Selenium | 16.7µg | 5.6µg | 20% |
| Fiber | 0g | 3.9g | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.726mg | 15% | |
| Protein | 18.56g | 11.43g | 14% |
| Choline | 67.8mg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 13mg | 111mg | 10% |
| Calories | 135kcal | 310kcal | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.089g | 2.067g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.333g | 0.429g | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.213mg | 0.267mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 277mg | 252mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 1.37mg | 1.09mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1mg | 0.115mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Fats | 5.73g | 5.85g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.23g | 61.47g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.596g | 1.586g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.2mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.452mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.813mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.56mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.857mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.552mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.763mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.847mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.68mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.007g | 0.006g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.01g | 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
31%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
45%
479%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 651mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.01g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fajita is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is cheaper?
Fajita is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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