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Saffron vs. Beef tenderloin — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Saffron and Beef tenderloin?

  • Saffron is richer in Manganese, Iron, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Magnesium, and Potassium, while Beef tenderloin is higher in Vitamin B12, and Selenium.
  • Saffron's daily need coverage for Manganese is 1235% higher.
  • Saffron is lower in Saturated Fat.

We used Spices, saffron and Beef, tenderloin, roast, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, roasted types in this comparison.

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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 Calcium +1133.3%
Contains more Iron +256.9%
Contains more Magnesium +1100%
Contains more Phosphorus +24.1%
Contains more Potassium +420.8%
Contains more Copper +166.7%
Contains more Manganese +202814.3%
Contains less Sodium -61.5%
Contains more Zinc +269.7%
Contains more Selenium +308.9%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 34% 417% 189% 108% 153% 20% 30% 110% 3706% 31%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 117% 16% 87% 30% 8% 110% 41% 2% 125%
Contains more Calcium +1133.3%
Contains more Iron +256.9%
Contains more Magnesium +1100%
Contains more Phosphorus +24.1%
Contains more Potassium +420.8%
Contains more Copper +166.7%
Contains more Manganese +202814.3%
Contains less Sodium -61.5%
Contains more Zinc +269.7%
Contains more Selenium +308.9%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +27.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +304%
Contains more Folate +1062.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +105.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.26
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 32% 0% 0% 270% 29% 62% 28% 0% 234% 70% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 0% 0% 0% 23% 60% 57% 15% 58% 6% 308% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +27.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +304%
Contains more Folate +1062.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +105.5%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.26

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +74.1%
Contains more Protein +109.1%
Contains more Fats +320.5%
Contains more Water +306.5%
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
24% 25% 48% 3%
Protein: 23.9 g
Fats: 24.6 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 48.37 g
Other: 3.13 g
Contains more Carbs +∞%
Contains more Other +74.1%
Contains more Protein +109.1%
Contains more Fats +320.5%
Contains more Water +306.5%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -83.7%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +106.7%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +2293.9%
39% 11% 51%
Saturated Fat: 1.586 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.067 g
46% 49% 5%
Saturated Fat: 9.72 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 10.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 1 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -83.7%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +106.7%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +2293.9%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Saffron Beef tenderloin Opinion
Net carbs 61.47g 0g Saffron
Protein 11.43g 23.9g Beef tenderloin
Fats 5.85g 24.6g Beef tenderloin
Carbs 65.37g 0g Saffron
Calories 310kcal 324kcal Beef tenderloin
Fiber 3.9g 0g Saffron
Calcium 111mg 9mg Saffron
Iron 11.1mg 3.11mg Saffron
Magnesium 264mg 22mg Saffron
Phosphorus 252mg 203mg Saffron
Potassium 1724mg 331mg Saffron
Sodium 148mg 57mg Beef tenderloin
Zinc 1.09mg 4.03mg Beef tenderloin
Copper 0.328mg 0.123mg Saffron
Manganese 28.408mg 0.014mg Saffron
Selenium 5.6µg 22.9µg Beef tenderloin
Vitamin A 530IU 0IU Saffron
Vitamin A RAE 27µg 0µg Saffron
Vitamin C 80.8mg 0mg Saffron
Vitamin B1 0.115mg 0.09mg Saffron
Vitamin B2 0.267mg 0.26mg Saffron
Vitamin B3 1.46mg 3mg Beef tenderloin
Vitamin B5 0.25mg Beef tenderloin
Vitamin B6 1.01mg 0.25mg Saffron
Folate 93µg 8µg Saffron
Vitamin B12 0µg 2.46µg Beef tenderloin
Tryptophan 0.268mg Beef tenderloin
Threonine 1.044mg Beef tenderloin
Isoleucine 1.075mg Beef tenderloin
Leucine 1.889mg Beef tenderloin
Lysine 1.989mg Beef tenderloin
Methionine 0.612mg Beef tenderloin
Phenylalanine 0.933mg Beef tenderloin
Valine 1.163mg Beef tenderloin
Histidine 0.818mg Beef tenderloin
Cholesterol 0mg 85mg Saffron
Saturated Fat 1.586g 9.72g Saffron
Omega-3 - DPA 0.006g Saffron
Monounsaturated Fat 0.429g 10.27g Beef tenderloin
Polyunsaturated fat 2.067g 1g Saffron

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Saffron Beef tenderloin
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
60%
Saffron
44%
Beef tenderloin
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
Saffron
54%
Beef tenderloin

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 85mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 8.134g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saffron
Saffron is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin contains less Sodium (difference - 91mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Beef tenderloin
Beef tenderloin is cheaper (difference - $2.2)

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. Saffron - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170934/nutrients
  2. Beef tenderloin - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169544/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.