Heart of palm vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between heart of palm and star anise
- Heart of palm contains less iron, calcium, fiber, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, vitamin B1, vitamin C, zinc, and vitamin B3 than star anise.
- Daily need coverage for iron for star anise is 441% higher.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index than heart of palm.
Food types used in this article are Hearts of palm, raw 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 PotassiumPotassium | +25.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -12.5% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1600% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3488.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2087% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +41.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +42.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +214.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +614.3% |
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 B6Vitamin B6 | +24.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +162.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +433.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +580% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +61.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +240% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.7 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
25.61 g
Water:
69.5 g
Other:
1.99 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +628.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +551.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7850% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +95.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +248.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.046 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.005 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.089 g
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 | -92.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +195500% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3439.3% |
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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| Iron | 1.69mg | 36.96mg | 441% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 18mg | 646mg | 63% |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 14.6g | 52% |
| Phosphorus | 140mg | 440mg | 43% |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 170mg | 38% |
| Protein | 2.7g | 17.6g | 30% |
| Copper | 0.644mg | 0.91mg | 30% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 15.9g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 9.78g | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.34mg | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.089g | 3.15g | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 16% | |
| Zinc | 3.73mg | 5.3mg | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 21mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.9mg | 3.06mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.81mg | 0.65mg | 12% |
| Calories | 115kcal | 337kcal | 11% |
| Potassium | 1806mg | 1441mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 25.61g | 50.02g | 8% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 5µg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.18mg | 0.29mg | 8% |
| Folate | 24µg | 10µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.5mg | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.046g | 0.586g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 16µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 24.11g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 17.16g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 14mg | 16mg | 0% |
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
24%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
62%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.16g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Heart of palm contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Heart of palm is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.54g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Heart of palm is lower in glycemic index (difference - 57)
Which food is cheaper?
Heart of palm is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.