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Fettuccine vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between fettuccine and star anise

  • Fettuccine contains less iron, calcium, phosphorus, fiber, zinc, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, vitamin B1, and vitamin B2 than star anise.
  • Daily need coverage for iron for star anise is 455% higher.
  • Star anise has a higher glycemic index than fettuccine.

Food types used in this article are KASHI, STEAM MEAL, Chicken Fettuccine, Frozen Entree 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 4.3% 8.4% 15% 23% 0% 2.7% 11% 22% 0% 0%
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 more MagnesiumMagnesium +2733.3%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +2207.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +757.7%
Contains more IronIron +6060%
Contains more ZincZinc +5200%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1660%
Contains less SodiumSodium -90.4%

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.
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 0% 0% 9% 0% 23% 16% 34% 0% 12% 0% 0% 4.5% 0%
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 B1Vitamin B1 +277.8%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +314.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +70%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1200%
Contains more FolateFolate +66.7%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
6% 3% 14% 75% 2%
Protein: 6.2 g
Fats: 2.7 g
Carbs: 14 g
Water: 75.2 g
Other: 1.9 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 +688.3%
Contains more ProteinProtein +183.9%
Contains more FatsFats +488.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +257.3%
Contains more OtherOther +265.3%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
41% 41% 18%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.9 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.9 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.4 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 -34.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +986.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +687.5%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Fettuccine Star anise DV% diff.
Iron 0.6mg 36.96mg 455%
Copper 0.91mg 101%
Manganese 2.3mg 100%
Calcium 28mg 646mg 62%
Phosphorus 25mg 440mg 59%
Fiber 2g 14.6g 50%
Zinc 0.1mg 5.3mg 47%
Vitamin B6 0.05mg 0.65mg 46%
Magnesium 6mg 170mg 39%
Potassium 168mg 1441mg 37%
Protein 6.2g 17.6g 23%
Vitamin C 21mg 23%
Monounsaturated fat 0.9g 9.78g 22%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg 0.34mg 21%
Fats 2.7g 15.9g 20%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.4g 3.15g 18%
Vitamin B2 0.07mg 0.29mg 17%
Vitamin B5 0.797mg 16%
Carbs 14g 50.02g 12%
Calories 99kcal 337kcal 12%
Selenium 5µg 9%
Vitamin B3 1.8mg 3.06mg 8%
Sodium 166mg 16mg 7%
Cholesterol 14mg 0mg 5%
Vitamin E 0.45mg 3%
Vitamin A 16µg 2%
Folate 6µg 10µg 1%
Saturated fat 0.9g 0.586g 1%
Net carbs 12g 35.42g N/A
Sugar 1.3g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Fettuccine 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
7%
Fettuccine
38%
Star anise
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
Fettuccine
279%
Star anise

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 150mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.314g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Star anise
Star anise is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fettuccine
Fettuccine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)

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. 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.