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Monterey Jack vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between monterey Jack and star anise?

  • Monterey Jack is higher in vitamin B12, yet star anise is higher in iron, manganese, copper, fiber, vitamin B6, potassium, and magnesium.
  • Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 453% more.
  • The amount of cholesterol in star anise is lower.
  • The glycemic index of monterey Jack is lower.

We used Cheese, monterey and Spices, anise seed types 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 19% 224% 7.1% 27% 11% 82% 190% 78% 1.4% 79%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 121% 194% 127% 1386% 303% 145% 189% 2.1% 300% 27%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +15.5%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +190%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +529.6%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1679%
Contains more IronIron +5033.3%
Contains more CopperCopper +2743.8%
Contains more ZincZinc +76.7%
Contains less SodiumSodium -97.3%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +20809.1%
~equal in Phosphorus ~440mg

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 0% 66% 5.2% 9% 3.8% 90% 1.7% 13% 18% 104% 6.3% 14% 8.4%
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 70% 5.3% 0% 0% 85% 67% 57% 48% 150% 0% 0% 7.5% 0%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +1137.5%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +34.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +80%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +2166.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +3190.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +279.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +722.8%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
24% 30% 41% 4%
Protein: 24.48 g
Fats: 30.28 g
Carbs: 0.68 g
Water: 41.01 g
Other: 3.55 g
18% 16% 50% 10% 7%
Protein: 17.6 g
Fats: 15.9 g
Carbs: 50.02 g
Water: 9.54 g
Other: 6.94 g
Contains more ProteinProtein +39.1%
Contains more FatsFats +90.4%
Contains more WaterWater +329.9%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +7255.9%
Contains more OtherOther +95.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
66% 30% 3%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 19.066 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.751 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.899 g
4% 72% 23%
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 -96.9%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +11.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +250.4%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Monterey Jack Star anise
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Monterey Jack Star anise DV% diff.
Iron 0.72mg 36.96mg 453%
Manganese 0.011mg 2.3mg 100%
Copper 0.032mg 0.91mg 98%
Saturated fat 19.066g 0.586g 84%
Fiber 0g 14.6g 58%
Vitamin B6 0.079mg 0.65mg 44%
Potassium 81mg 1441mg 40%
Vitamin B12 0.83µg 0µg 35%
Magnesium 27mg 170mg 34%
Cholesterol 89mg 0mg 30%
Vitamin B1 0.015mg 0.34mg 27%
Sodium 600mg 16mg 25%
Vitamin C 0mg 21mg 23%
Fats 30.28g 15.9g 22%
Zinc 3mg 5.3mg 21%
Vitamin A 198µg 16µg 20%
Vitamin B3 0.093mg 3.06mg 19%
Selenium 14.5µg 5µg 17%
Carbs 0.68g 50.02g 16%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.899g 3.15g 15%
Protein 24.48g 17.6g 14%
Vitamin B5 0.21mg 0.797mg 12%
Calcium 746mg 646mg 10%
Vitamin B2 0.39mg 0.29mg 8%
Choline 15.4mg 3%
Vitamin D 0.6µg 0µg 3%
Monounsaturated fat 8.751g 9.78g 3%
Vitamin D 22IU 0IU 3%
Folate 18µg 10µg 2%
Calories 373kcal 337kcal 2%
Vitamin K 2.5µg 2%
Vitamin E 0.26mg 2%
Phosphorus 444mg 440mg 1%
Net carbs 0.68g 35.42g N/A
Sugar 0.5g N/A
Tryptophan 0.315mg 0%
Threonine 0.871mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.519mg 0%
Leucine 2.344mg 0%
Lysine 2.037mg 0%
Methionine 0.641mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.289mg 0%
Valine 1.635mg 0%
Histidine 0.859mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Monterey Jack Star anise
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
26%
Monterey Jack
38%
Star anise
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
Monterey Jack
279%
Star anise

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 89mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 584mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 18.48g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Monterey Jack
Monterey Jack is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
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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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. Monterey Jack - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170844/nutrients
  2. Star anise - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171316/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.