Ground ginger vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are ground ginger and saffron different?
- Ground ginger is richer in manganese, iron, selenium, vitamin B3, fiber, zinc, and copper, while saffron is higher in vitamin C, vitamin B6, and folate.
- Ground ginger covers your daily need for manganese, 213% more than saffron.
- Ground ginger contains 10 times more selenium than saffron. Ground ginger contains 55.8µg of selenium, while saffron contains 5.6µg.
Spices, ginger, ground and Spices, saffron types were 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 IronIron | +78.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +46.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +233.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +17.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +896.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +23.4% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +30.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +50% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +558.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +11442.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1666.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +61.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +615.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.98 g
Fats:
4.24 g
Carbs:
71.62 g
Water:
9.94 g
Other:
5.22 g
Protein:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +38% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +19.7% |
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Carbs
~65.37g
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Other
~5.45g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
2.599 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.479 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.929 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
1.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.067 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +11.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -39% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +122.5% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 335kcal | 310kcal |
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| Protein | 8.98g | 11.43g |
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| Fats | 4.24g | 5.85g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 80.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 57.52g | 61.47g |
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| Carbs | 71.62g | 65.37g |
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| Magnesium | 214mg | 264mg |
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| Calcium | 114mg | 111mg |
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| Potassium | 1320mg | 1724mg |
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| Iron | 19.8mg | 11.1mg |
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| Sugar | 3.39g |
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| Fiber | 14.1g | 3.9g |
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| Copper | 0.48mg | 0.328mg |
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| Zinc | 3.64mg | 1.09mg |
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| Phosphorus | 168mg | 252mg |
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| Sodium | 27mg | 148mg |
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| Vitamin A | 30IU | 530IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 27µg |
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| Manganese | 33.3mg | 28.408mg |
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| Selenium | 55.8µg | 5.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.046mg | 0.115mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.17mg | 0.267mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 9.62mg | 1.46mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.477mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.626mg | 1.01mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.8µg |
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| Folate | 13µg | 93µg |
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| Choline | 41.2mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 2.599g | 1.586g |
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| Monounsaturated fat | 0.479g | 0.429g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.929g | 2.067g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.152mg |
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| Threonine | 0.289mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.341mg |
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| Leucine | 0.513mg |
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| Lysine | 0.241mg |
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| Methionine | 0.089mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.311mg |
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| Valine | 0.411mg |
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| Histidine | 0.199mg |
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| Fructose | 1.78g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.223g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.006g |
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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
34%
56%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
603%
479%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.39g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.013g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Ground ginger contains less Sodium (difference - 121mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ground ginger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Ground ginger is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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