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Mortadella vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between mortadella and saffron?

  • Mortadella is higher in vitamin B2 and vitamin B12, yet saffron is higher in manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, and potassium.
  • Mortadella's daily need coverage for vitamin B2 is 11749% more.
  • The amount of sodium in saffron is lower.
  • The glycemic index of mortadella is lower.

We used Mortadella, beef, pork and Spices, saffron 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 7.9% 5.4% 14% 53% 20% 57% 42% 163% 3.9% 123%
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 ZincZinc +92.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +303.6%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +2300%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +516.7%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +957.7%
Contains more IronIron +692.9%
Contains more CopperCopper +446.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +159.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -88.1%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +94593.3%

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.
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% 0% 4.4% 15% 30% 35308% 50% 26% 30% 185% 4% 2.3% 39%
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 EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +57203.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +83.1%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +676.9%
Contains more FolateFolate +3000%
~equal in Vitamin B1 ~0.115mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
16% 25% 3% 52% 3%
Protein: 16.37 g
Fats: 25.39 g
Carbs: 3.05 g
Water: 52.3 g
Other: 2.89 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 ProteinProtein +43.2%
Contains more FatsFats +334%
Contains more WaterWater +339.5%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +2043.3%
Contains more OtherOther +88.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
40% 47% 13%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 9.51 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 11.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.12 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 +2552.7%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +50.9%
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -83.3%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Mortadella Saffron DV% diff.
Vitamin B2 153mg 0.267mg 11749%
Manganese 0.03mg 28.408mg 1234%
Iron 1.4mg 11.1mg 121%
Vitamin C 0mg 80.8mg 90%
Vitamin B6 0.13mg 1.01mg 68%
Vitamin B12 1.48µg 0µg 62%
Magnesium 11mg 264mg 60%
Sodium 1246mg 148mg 48%
Potassium 163mg 1724mg 46%
Saturated fat 9.51g 1.586g 36%
Selenium 22.6µg 5.6µg 31%
Copper 0.06mg 0.328mg 30%
Fats 25.39g 5.85g 30%
Monounsaturated fat 11.38g 0.429g 27%
Folate 3µg 93µg 23%
Phosphorus 97mg 252mg 22%
Carbs 3.05g 65.37g 21%
Cholesterol 56mg 0mg 19%
Fiber 0g 3.9g 16%
Choline 72.2mg 13%
Protein 16.37g 11.43g 10%
Zinc 2.1mg 1.09mg 9%
Calcium 18mg 111mg 9%
Vitamin B5 0.44mg 9%
Vitamin B3 2.673mg 1.46mg 8%
Polyunsaturated fat 3.12g 2.067g 7%
Vitamin D 41IU 0IU 5%
Vitamin D 1µg 0µg 5%
Vitamin A 0µg 27µg 3%
Vitamin K 1.6µg 1%
Vitamin E 0.22mg 1%
Calories 311kcal 310kcal 0%
Net carbs 3.05g 61.47g N/A
Vitamin B1 0.119mg 0.115mg 0%
Tryptophan 0.152mg 0%
Threonine 0.633mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.708mg 0%
Leucine 1.213mg 0%
Lysine 1.262mg 0%
Methionine 0.394mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.598mg 0%
Valine 0.735mg 0%
Histidine 0.52mg 0%
Omega-3 - DPA 0g 0.006g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Mortadella 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
2746%
Mortadella
54%
Saffron
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
Mortadella
479%
Saffron

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 1098mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.924g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mortadella
Mortadella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is cheaper?
Mortadella
Mortadella is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mortadella
Mortadella is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Mortadella - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174573/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.