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Lasagne vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between lasagne and saffron

  • Lasagne is richer in selenium, yet saffron is richer in manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, copper, phosphorus, and folate.
  • Daily need coverage for manganese for saffron is 1227% higher.
  • Lasagne contains 3 times more selenium than saffron. Lasagne contains 15.9µg of selenium, while saffron contains 5.6µg.
  • Lasagne has a lower glycemic index than saffron.

Food types used in this article are Lasagna with meat sauce, frozen, prepared and Spices, saffron.

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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 14% 26% 17% 27% 30% 24% 49% 49% 25% 87%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 189% 33% 152% 416% 109% 30% 108% 19% 3705% 31%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +183.9%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +1220%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +26.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +779.6%
Contains more IronIron +1463.4%
Contains more CopperCopper +264.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +25.3%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +119.1%
Contains less SodiumSodium -60.3%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +14619.2%

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 8.3% 14% 17% 0% 18% 17% 29% 19% 28% 41% 18% 18% 13%
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 269% 9% 0% 0% 29% 62% 27% 0% 233% 0% 0% 70% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +51.9%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +3132%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +64.3%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +260.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +727.9%
Contains more FolateFolate +287.5%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B3 ~1.46mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
7% 5% 15% 71%
Protein: 7.28 g
Fats: 4.92 g
Carbs: 15.36 g
Water: 70.87 g
Other: 1.57 g
11% 6% 65% 12% 5%
Protein: 11.43 g
Fats: 5.85 g
Carbs: 65.37 g
Water: 11.9 g
Other: 5.45 g
Contains more WaterWater +495.5%
Contains more ProteinProtein +57%
Contains more FatsFats +18.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +325.6%
Contains more OtherOther +247.1%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
52% 39% 10%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 2.348 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 1.758 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.433 g
39% 11% 51%
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 +309.8%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -32.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +377.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Lasagne Saffron
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
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Lasagne Saffron DV% diff.
Manganese 0.193mg 28.408mg 1227%
Iron 0.71mg 11.1mg 130%
Vitamin C 2.5mg 80.8mg 87%
Vitamin B6 0.122mg 1.01mg 68%
Magnesium 20mg 264mg 58%
Potassium 196mg 1724mg 45%
Copper 0.09mg 0.328mg 26%
Phosphorus 115mg 252mg 20%
Selenium 15.9µg 5.6µg 19%
Folate 24µg 93µg 17%
Carbs 15.36g 65.37g 17%
Vitamin B2 0.074mg 0.267mg 15%
Vitamin B12 0.33µg 0µg 14%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.433g 2.067g 11%
Sodium 373mg 148mg 10%
Fiber 1.7g 3.9g 9%
Calories 135kcal 310kcal 9%
Protein 7.28g 11.43g 8%
Vitamin K 7µg 6%
Vitamin B5 0.323mg 6%
Vitamin E 0.85mg 6%
Cholesterol 17mg 0mg 6%
Starch 9.83g 4%
Vitamin B1 0.07mg 0.115mg 4%
Choline 23.2mg 4%
Monounsaturated fat 1.758g 0.429g 3%
Saturated fat 2.348g 1.586g 3%
Vitamin A 41µg 27µg 2%
Zinc 0.87mg 1.09mg 2%
Calcium 88mg 111mg 2%
Fructose 1.04g 1%
Fats 4.92g 5.85g 1%
Net carbs 13.66g 61.47g N/A
Vitamin D 1IU 0IU 0%
Sugar 3.11g N/A
Vitamin B3 1.528mg 1.46mg 0%
Trans fat 0.196g 0g N/A
Tryptophan 0.085mg 0%
Threonine 0.219mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.224mg 0%
Leucine 0.578mg 0%
Lysine 0.486mg 0%
Methionine 0.164mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.329mg 0%
Valine 0.285mg 0%
Histidine 0.183mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.001g 0g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.026g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.003g 0.006g N/A
Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid 0.006g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.005g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.322g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Lasagne Saffron
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
18%
Lasagne
54%
Saffron
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
35%
Lasagne
479%
Saffron

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 17mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.11g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 225mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.762g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lasagne
Lasagne is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
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.

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. Lasagne - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172114/nutrients
  2. Saffron - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170934/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.