Mackerel vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between mackerel and star anise
- Mackerel has more vitamin B12, vitamin D, and selenium; however, star anise is richer in iron, copper, fiber, calcium, and zinc.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 500% more.
- Star anise contains less sodium.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of star anise is 89, while the glycemic index of mackerel is 0.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Fish, mackerel, salted 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.
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1368% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +183.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +878.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +177.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2540% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +810% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +381.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +73.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.6% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +193.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +50% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +52.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +58.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.5 g
Fats:
25.1 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
43 g
Other:
13.4 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +57.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +350.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +93.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
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Protein
~17.6g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
7.148 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.32 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
6.21 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.15 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +97.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +17.5% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 0µg | 500% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 36.96mg | 445% |
| Sodium | 4450mg | 16mg | 193% |
| Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 0µg | 126% |
| Vitamin D | 1006IU | 0IU | 126% |
| Selenium | 73.4µg | 5µg | 124% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 100% | |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.91mg | 90% |
| Fiber | 0g | 14.6g | 58% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 646mg | 58% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 5.3mg | 38% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 0mg | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 7.148g | 0.586g | 30% |
| Potassium | 520mg | 1441mg | 27% |
| Phosphorus | 254mg | 440mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.34mg | 27% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 170mg | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 21mg | 23% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 3.15g | 20% |
| Choline | 101.6mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.65mg | 18% |
| Carbs | 0g | 50.02g | 17% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 16% | |
| Fats | 25.1g | 15.9g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.29mg | 8% |
| Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 7% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.32g | 9.78g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 47µg | 16µg | 3% |
| Calories | 305kcal | 337kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 3.06mg | 2% |
| Protein | 18.5g | 17.6g | 2% |
| Folate | 15µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g | 0g | 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
172%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 4434mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.562g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
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.