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Saffron vs. Kielbasa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Saffron and Kielbasa

  • Saffron has more Iron, Vitamin C, and Fiber, while Kielbasa has more Monounsaturated Fat.
  • Saffron's daily need coverage for Iron is 123% higher.
  • The amount of Saturated Fat in Saffron is lower.

The food types used in this comparison are Spices, saffron and Kielbasa, Polish, turkey and beef, smoked.

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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.
Saffron
Saffron
10
:
0
Kielbasa
Kielbasa
Contains more Iron +795.2%
Contains less Sodium -87.7%
Saffron
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 34% 417% 189% 108% 153% 20% 30% 110% 3706% 31%
Kielbasa
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 0% 47% 0% 0% 0% 157% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Iron +795.2%
Contains less Sodium -87.7%

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.
Saffron
Saffron
9
:
0
Kielbasa
Kielbasa
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +445.9%
Saffron
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%
Kielbasa
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% 50% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +445.9%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saffron
Saffron
2
:
3
Kielbasa
Kielbasa
Contains more Carbs +1576.2%
Contains more Other +60.3%
Contains more Protein +14.6%
Contains more Fats +200.9%
Contains more Water +421%
Saffron
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
Kielbasa
13% 18% 4% 62% 3%
Protein: 13.1 g
Fats: 17.6 g
Carbs: 3.9 g
Water: 62 g
Other: 3.4 g
Contains more Carbs +1576.2%
Contains more Other +60.3%
Contains more Protein +14.6%
Contains more Fats +200.9%
Contains more Water +421%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saffron
Saffron
1
:
2
Kielbasa
Kielbasa
Contains less Saturated Fat -74.5%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +1827.7%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +12.7%
Saffron
39% 11% 51%
Saturated Fat: 1.586 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.067 g
Kielbasa
37% 49% 14%
Saturated Fat: 6.23 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 8.27 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.33 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -74.5%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +1827.7%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +12.7%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Saffron Kielbasa Opinion
Net carbs 61.47g 3.9g Saffron
Protein 11.43g 13.1g Kielbasa
Fats 5.85g 17.6g Kielbasa
Carbs 65.37g 3.9g Saffron
Calories 310kcal 226kcal Saffron
Fiber 3.9g 0g Saffron
Calcium 111mg Saffron
Iron 11.1mg 1.24mg Saffron
Magnesium 264mg Saffron
Phosphorus 252mg Saffron
Potassium 1724mg Saffron
Sodium 148mg 1200mg Saffron
Zinc 1.09mg Saffron
Copper 0.328mg Saffron
Manganese 28.408mg Saffron
Selenium 5.6µg Saffron
Vitamin A 530IU 0IU Saffron
Vitamin A RAE 27µg 0µg Saffron
Vitamin C 80.8mg 14.8mg Saffron
Vitamin B1 0.115mg Saffron
Vitamin B2 0.267mg Saffron
Vitamin B3 1.46mg Saffron
Vitamin B6 1.01mg Saffron
Folate 93µg Saffron
Cholesterol 0mg 70mg Saffron
Saturated Fat 1.586g 6.23g Saffron
Omega-3 - DPA 0.006g Saffron
Monounsaturated Fat 0.429g 8.27g Kielbasa
Polyunsaturated fat 2.067g 2.33g Kielbasa

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Saffron Kielbasa
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
4%
Kielbasa
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
Saffron
20%
Kielbasa

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 1052mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 70mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.644g)
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 is lower in glycemic index?
Kielbasa
Kielbasa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is cheaper?
Kielbasa
Kielbasa is cheaper (difference - $0.7)

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. Kielbasa - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174607/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.