Nutmeg vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between nutmeg and saffron
- Nutmeg has more copper, fiber, and vitamin B1; however, saffron has more manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and magnesium.
- Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1109% more.
- Nutmeg has 16 times more saturated fat than saffron. Nutmeg has 25.94g of saturated fat, while saffron has 1.586g.
- Saffron has a higher glycemic index than nutmeg.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Spices, nutmeg, ground 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 | +65.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +213.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +97.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +44.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +392.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +265.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +879.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +250% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +200.9% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +2593.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +440% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +368.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +12.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +531.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +22.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more FatsFats | +520.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +95.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +32.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +91% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +133.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +650.6% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +490.6% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.9mg | 28.408mg | 1109% |
| Saturated fat | 25.94g | 1.586g | 111% |
| Iron | 3.04mg | 11.1mg | 101% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 80.8mg | 86% |
| Copper | 1.027mg | 0.328mg | 78% |
| Fiber | 20.8g | 3.9g | 68% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16mg | 1.01mg | 65% |
| Fats | 36.31g | 5.85g | 47% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 1724mg | 40% |
| Magnesium | 183mg | 264mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.346mg | 0.115mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.057mg | 0.267mg | 16% |
| Protein | 5.84g | 11.43g | 11% |
| Calories | 525kcal | 310kcal | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.35g | 2.067g | 11% |
| Zinc | 2.15mg | 1.09mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 184mg | 111mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.22g | 0.429g | 7% |
| Selenium | 1.6µg | 5.6µg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 213mg | 252mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 148mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 49.29g | 65.37g | 5% |
| Folate | 76µg | 93µg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 5µg | 27µg | 2% |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.299mg | 1.46mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 28.49g | 61.47g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.99g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.99g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 24.354g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $3.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Nutmeg contains less Sodium (difference - 132mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Nutmeg 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 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.