Horchata vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between horchata and star anise
- The amount of iron, copper, manganese, calcium, phosphorus, fiber, vitamin B6, zinc, potassium, and magnesium in star anise is higher than in horchata.
- Star anise covers your daily iron needs 462% more than horchata.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of star anise is 89, while the glycemic index of horchata is 31.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Beverages, Horchata, as served in restaurant 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 less SodiumSodium | -12.5% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +5566.7% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3488.9% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +4138.2% |
Contains more IronIron | +369500% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +45400% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +8733.3% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2833.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +22900% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1150% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +6410.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +3723.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.48 g
Fats:
0.71 g
Carbs:
11.52 g
Water:
87.1 g
Other:
0.19 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
Contains more WaterWater | +813% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +3566.7% |
Contains more FatsFats | +2139.4% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +334.2% |
Contains more OtherOther | +3552.6% |
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 Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Iron | 0.01mg | 36.96mg | 462% |
Copper | 0.002mg | 0.91mg | 101% |
Manganese | 0.01mg | 2.3mg | 100% |
Calcium | 18mg | 646mg | 63% |
Phosphorus | 15mg | 440mg | 61% |
Fiber | 0g | 14.6g | 58% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.017mg | 0.65mg | 49% |
Zinc | 0.06mg | 5.3mg | 48% |
Potassium | 34mg | 1441mg | 41% |
Magnesium | 3mg | 170mg | 40% |
Protein | 0.48g | 17.6g | 34% |
Vitamin B1 | 0mg | 0.34mg | 28% |
Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 24% | |
Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% | |
Fats | 0.71g | 15.9g | 23% |
Vitamin B2 | 0mg | 0.29mg | 22% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 21% | |
Vitamin B3 | 0.047mg | 3.06mg | 19% |
Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.797mg | 16% |
Calories | 54kcal | 337kcal | 14% |
Carbs | 11.52g | 50.02g | 13% |
Selenium | 0.4µg | 5µg | 8% |
Folate | 10µg | 3% | |
Saturated fat | 0.586g | 3% | |
Vitamin E | 0.24mg | 2% | |
Vitamin A | 16µg | 2% | |
Fructose | 1.55g | 2% | |
Net carbs | 11.52g | 35.42g | N/A |
Sugar | 9.36g | N/A | |
Starch | 0.99g | 0% | |
Sodium | 14mg | 16mg | 0% |
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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
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38%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
2%

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 - 9.36g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Star anise is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Horchata is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Horchata contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Horchata is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Horchata is lower in glycemic index (difference - 58)
Which food is cheaper?

Horchata is cheaper (difference - $1)