Pilaf vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pilaf and star anise
- Pilaf has more folate and selenium; however, star anise has more iron, copper, manganese, calcium, fiber, phosphorus, and zinc.
- Daily need coverage for iron for star anise is 432% higher.
- Star anise has 81 times less sodium than pilaf. Pilaf has 1303mg of sodium, while star anise has 16mg.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index than pilaf.
Food types used in this article are Rice and vermicelli mix, rice pilaf flavor, unprepared 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 SeleniumSelenium | +548% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +431.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +678.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +666.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1414.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +448.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +424.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +185.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +160.8% |
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 | +77.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +100.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2020% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +412.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +11.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +62.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.42 g
Fats:
1.37 g
Carbs:
76.31 g
Water:
8.04 g
Other:
3.86 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +52.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +68.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1060.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +18.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +79.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.307 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.373 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.377 g
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 | -47.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2522% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +735.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 2.44mg | 36.96mg | 432% |
| Copper | 0.166mg | 0.91mg | 83% |
| Manganese | 0.882mg | 2.3mg | 62% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 646mg | 56% |
| Sodium | 1303mg | 16mg | 56% |
| Fiber | 1.2g | 14.6g | 54% |
| Folate | 212µg | 10µg | 51% |
| Selenium | 32.4µg | 5µg | 50% |
| Phosphorus | 154mg | 440mg | 41% |
| Zinc | 1.01mg | 5.3mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 188mg | 1441mg | 37% |
| Magnesium | 32mg | 170mg | 33% |
| Starch | 71.23g | 29% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.373g | 9.78g | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.603mg | 0.34mg | 22% |
| Fats | 1.37g | 15.9g | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 4.1mg | 21mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.127mg | 3.06mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4mg | 0.65mg | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.377g | 3.15g | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.087mg | 0.29mg | 16% |
| Protein | 10.42g | 17.6g | 14% |
| Carbs | 76.31g | 50.02g | 9% |
| Choline | 17.5mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.715mg | 0.797mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.307g | 0.586g | 1% |
| Calories | 359kcal | 337kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.02µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 16µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 75.11g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.53g | N/A | |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.5µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.086mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.221mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.279mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.189mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.145mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.32mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.374mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.15mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
47%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
77%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.53g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 1287mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pilaf is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.279g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pilaf is lower in glycemic index (difference - 29)
Which food is cheaper?
Pilaf is cheaper (difference - $2)
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.