Mexican tea vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between Mexican tea and saffron
- Mexican tea has more folate and calcium, while saffron has more manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, and copper.
- Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1100% higher.
- Saffron contains 2 times less calcium than Mexican tea. Mexican tea contains 275mg of calcium, while saffron contains 111mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Epazote, raw 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +147.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -70.9% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +118.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +172.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +490.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +72.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +193% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +817% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +522.2% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +30.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +131.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +2144.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +310.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +128.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +564.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.33 g
Fats:
0.52 g
Carbs:
7.44 g
Water:
89.21 g
Other:
2.5 g
Protein:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +649.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +3363.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1025% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +778.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +118% |
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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| Manganese | 3.098mg | 28.408mg | 1100% |
| Iron | 1.88mg | 11.1mg | 115% |
| Vitamin C | 3.6mg | 80.8mg | 86% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.152mg | 1.01mg | 66% |
| Magnesium | 121mg | 264mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 633mg | 1724mg | 32% |
| Folate | 215µg | 93µg | 31% |
| Phosphorus | 86mg | 252mg | 24% |
| Protein | 0.33g | 11.43g | 22% |
| Carbs | 7.44g | 65.37g | 19% |
| Calcium | 275mg | 111mg | 16% |
| Copper | 0.19mg | 0.328mg | 15% |
| Calories | 32kcal | 310kcal | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 14% | |
| Selenium | 0.9µg | 5.6µg | 9% |
| Fats | 0.52g | 5.85g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 7% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.028mg | 0.115mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.348mg | 0.267mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 43mg | 148mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.639mg | 1.46mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.179mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 27µg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 3.64g | 61.47g | N/A |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 3.9g | 0% |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 1.09mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | N/A |
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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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54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
84%
479%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mexican tea contains less Sodium (difference - 105mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Mexican tea is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mexican tea is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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.