Saffron vs. Fenugreek — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between saffron and fenugreek?
- Saffron is richer in manganese, vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and magnesium, while fenugreek is higher in iron, copper, fiber, vitamin B1, and zinc.
- Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1182% higher.
- Fenugreek has 27 times less vitamin C than saffron. Saffron has 80.8mg of vitamin C, while fenugreek has 3mg.
- Saffron has a higher glycemic index (70) than fenugreek (0).
We used Spices, saffron and Spices, fenugreek seed 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +38.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +123.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2213.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +58.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +202.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +238.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +129.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +17.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -54.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12.5% |
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 | +2593.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +68.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +63.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +180% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +37.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +12.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +12% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +34.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +101.2% |
~equal in
Fats
~6.41g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +∞% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +∞% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~1.46g
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 28.408mg | 1.228mg | 1182% |
| Iron | 11.1mg | 33.53mg | 280% |
| Copper | 0.328mg | 1.11mg | 87% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 3mg | 86% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 24.6g | 83% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 0.6mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 1724mg | 770mg | 28% |
| Protein | 11.43g | 23g | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 0.322mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 264mg | 191mg | 17% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 14% | |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 2.5mg | 13% |
| Folate | 93µg | 57µg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 0.366mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 176mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 296mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 67mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 3µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 65.37g | 58.35g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 1.46g | 1% |
| Calories | 310kcal | 323kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 1.64mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 6.3µg | 1% |
| Fats | 5.85g | 6.41g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 61.47g | 33.75g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.391mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.898mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.241mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.757mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.684mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.338mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.089mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.102mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.668mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 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
54%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
228%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fenugreek contains less Sodium (difference - 81mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Fenugreek is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.126g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fenugreek is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Fenugreek is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.
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.