Saffron vs. Beer — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between saffron and beer
- The amount of manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, copper, phosphorus, folate, and vitamin B2 in saffron is higher than in beer.
- Saffron covers your daily manganese needs 1235% more than beer.
- Beer has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of beer is 104, while the glycemic index of saffron is 70.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Spices, saffron and Alcoholic beverage, beer, regular, all.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +4300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2675% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +6285.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +55400% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +6460% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +10800% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1700% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +355000% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +833.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.3% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +2200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +968% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +184.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2095.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2384.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1741.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +35.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +672.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 28.408mg | 0.008mg | 1235% |
| Iron | 11.1mg | 0.02mg | 139% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 0mg | 90% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 0.046mg | 74% |
| Magnesium | 264mg | 6mg | 61% |
| Potassium | 1724mg | 27mg | 50% |
| Copper | 0.328mg | 0.005mg | 36% |
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 14mg | 34% |
| Folate | 93µg | 6µg | 22% |
| Protein | 11.43g | 0.46g | 22% |
| Carbs | 65.37g | 3.55g | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 0.025mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 0g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 0g | 14% |
| Calories | 310kcal | 43kcal | 13% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 4mg | 11% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.01mg | 10% |
| Fats | 5.85g | 0g | 9% |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 0.6µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 0.005mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 0g | 7% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 4mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 0.513mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Choline | 10.1mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.02µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.041mg | 1% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 0g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 61.47g | 3.55g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Saffron is lower in glycemic index (difference - 34)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Beer contains less Sodium (difference - 144mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Beer is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.586g)
Which food is cheaper?
Beer is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
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.