Rose hips vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between rose hips and star anise
- Rose hips have more vitamin C, vitamin A, and fiber; however, star anise is higher in iron, copper, manganese, phosphorus, calcium, zinc, and vitamin B6.
- Rose hips cover your daily vitamin C needs 450% more than star anise.
- Star anise contains 14 times less vitamin A than rose hips. Rose hips contain 4345IU of vitamin A, while star anise contains 311IU.
- The glycemic index of star anise is higher.
Food varieties used in this article are Rose Hips, wild (Northern Plains Indians) 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 less SodiumSodium | -75% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +146.4% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +282.2% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +235.9% |
Contains more IronIron | +3386.8% |
Contains more CopperCopper | +705.3% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +2020% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +621.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +125.5% |
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 CVitamin C | +1928.6% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1256.3% |
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2025% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +74.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +135.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +755.3% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +233.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.6 g
Fats:
0.34 g
Carbs:
38.22 g
Water:
58.66 g
Other:
1.18 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
Contains more WaterWater | +514.9% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +1000% |
Contains more FatsFats | +4576.5% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30.9% |
Contains more OtherOther | +488.1% |
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 Sugar |
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Lower in Cholesterol |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in price | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Vitamin C | 426mg | 21mg | 450% |
Iron | 1.06mg | 36.96mg | 449% |
Copper | 0.113mg | 0.91mg | 89% |
Manganese | 1.02mg | 2.3mg | 56% |
Phosphorus | 61mg | 440mg | 54% |
Calcium | 169mg | 646mg | 48% |
Zinc | 0.25mg | 5.3mg | 46% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.076mg | 0.65mg | 44% |
Vitamin E | 5.84mg | 39% | |
Fiber | 24.1g | 14.6g | 38% |
Protein | 1.6g | 17.6g | 32% |
Potassium | 429mg | 1441mg | 30% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.016mg | 0.34mg | 27% |
Fats | 0.34g | 15.9g | 24% |
Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 24% | |
Magnesium | 69mg | 170mg | 24% |
Vitamin A | 217µg | 16µg | 22% |
Vitamin K | 25.9µg | 22% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 21% | |
Vitamin B3 | 1.3mg | 3.06mg | 11% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.166mg | 0.29mg | 10% |
Calories | 162kcal | 337kcal | 9% |
Selenium | 5µg | 9% | |
Carbs | 38.22g | 50.02g | 4% |
Saturated fat | 0.586g | 3% | |
Folate | 3µg | 10µg | 2% |
Choline | 12mg | 2% | |
Sodium | 4mg | 16mg | 1% |
Fructose | 1.16g | 1% | |
Net carbs | 14.12g | 35.42g | N/A |
Sugar | 2.58g | N/A | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.8mg | 0.797mg | 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
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38%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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279%

Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?

Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.58g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Rose hips is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Rose hips contains less Sodium (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Rose hips is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Rose hips is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($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.