Fettuccine vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are fettuccine and saffron different?
- Saffron has more iron, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, folate, vitamin B2, zinc, calcium, and fiber than fettuccine.
- Daily need coverage for iron for saffron is 131% higher.
- Fettuccine has a lower glycemic index (47) than saffron (70).
KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree and Spices, saffron are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +4300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +296.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +926.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1750% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +990% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +908% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -10.8% |
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 | +23.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +27.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +281.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1920% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1450% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
6.2 g
Fats:
2.7 g
Carbs:
14 g
Water:
75.2 g
Other:
1.9 g
Protein:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +531.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +84.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +116.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +366.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +186.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.4 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.067 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -43.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +109.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +416.8% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 28.408mg | 1235% | |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 11.1mg | 131% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 90% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 1.01mg | 74% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 264mg | 61% |
| Potassium | 168mg | 1724mg | 46% |
| Copper | 0.328mg | 36% | |
| Phosphorus | 25mg | 252mg | 32% |
| Folate | 6µg | 93µg | 22% |
| Carbs | 14g | 65.37g | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.267mg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.4g | 2.067g | 11% |
| Calories | 99kcal | 310kcal | 11% |
| Protein | 6.2g | 11.43g | 10% |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 10% | |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 1.09mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 3.9g | 8% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 111mg | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Fats | 2.7g | 5.85g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.45mg | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.9g | 1.586g | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.09mg | 0.115mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.8mg | 1.46mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.9g | 0.429g | 1% |
| Sodium | 166mg | 148mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 12g | 61.47g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.3g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A |
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
7%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
479%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 18mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saffron is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fettuccine is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.686g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)