Pecan vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pecan and star anise
- Pecan has more manganese, copper, and vitamin B1; however, star anise has more iron, calcium, vitamin B6, potassium, phosphorus, and vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for iron for star anise is 430% higher.
- Star anise has 11 times less saturated fat than pecan. Pecan has 6.18g of saturated fat, while star anise has 0.586g.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index than pecan.
Food types used in this article are Nuts, pecans and Spices, anise seed.
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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 CopperCopper | +31.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +95.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +40.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +822.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +251.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1360.9% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +17% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +58.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +31.6% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +94.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +120% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1809.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +433.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +123.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +162.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +209.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.17 g
Fats:
71.97 g
Carbs:
13.86 g
Water:
3.52 g
Other:
1.48 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +352.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +91.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +260.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +171% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +368.9% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
6.18 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
40.801 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
21.614 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.15 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +317.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +586.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.5% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 2.53mg | 36.96mg | 430% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 21.614g | 3.15g | 123% |
| Manganese | 4.5mg | 2.3mg | 96% |
| Fats | 71.97g | 15.9g | 86% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 40.801g | 9.78g | 78% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 646mg | 58% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.21mg | 0.65mg | 34% |
| Copper | 1.2mg | 0.91mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 410mg | 1441mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.66mg | 0.34mg | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 6.18g | 0.586g | 25% |
| Phosphorus | 277mg | 440mg | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 1.1mg | 21mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 9.6g | 14.6g | 20% |
| Calories | 691kcal | 337kcal | 18% |
| Protein | 9.17g | 17.6g | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.13mg | 0.29mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.167mg | 3.06mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 121mg | 170mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 13.86g | 50.02g | 12% |
| Vitamin E | 1.4mg | 9% | |
| Choline | 40.5mg | 7% | |
| Zinc | 4.53mg | 5.3mg | 7% |
| Vitamin K | 3.5µg | 3% | |
| Folate | 22µg | 10µg | 3% |
| Selenium | 3.8µg | 5µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 16µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.863mg | 0.797mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 0mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.26g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.97g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.46g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.093mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.306mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.336mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.598mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.287mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.183mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.426mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.411mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.262mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.04g | 0% |
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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
31%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
149%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.97g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 5.594g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pecan contains less Sodium (difference - 16mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pecan is lower in glycemic index (difference - 79)
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.