Saffron vs. Kit Kat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between saffron and kit Kat?
- Saffron is richer in manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, folate, and phosphorus, while kit Kat is higher in vitamin B12.
- Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1231% higher.
- Saffron is lower in saturated fat.
- Saffron has a higher glycemic index (70) than kit Kat (50).
We used Spices, saffron and Candies, KIT KAT Wafer Bar 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 | +613.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +646.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1010% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +49.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1111.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +86.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +28308% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +12% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +12.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -63.5% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +12.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +27.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +192% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +4950% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +564.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +75.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +630.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +325.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +344.3% |
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Carbs
~64.59g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -91.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +130.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1262.2% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 28.408mg | 0.1mg | 1231% |
| Iron | 11.1mg | 1mg | 126% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 0mg | 90% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 0.02mg | 76% |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 17.953g | 74% |
| Magnesium | 264mg | 37mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 1724mg | 231mg | 44% |
| Fats | 5.85g | 25.99g | 31% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.56µg | 23% |
| Folate | 93µg | 14µg | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 135mg | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 5.844g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.64mg | 13% | |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 1g | 12% |
| Copper | 0.328mg | 0.22mg | 12% |
| Calories | 310kcal | 518kcal | 10% |
| Protein | 11.43g | 6.51g | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.09mg | 9% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 0.895g | 8% |
| Choline | 31mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 0.5mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 0.21mg | 4% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 14mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 54mg | 4% |
| Starch | 10.6g | 4% | |
| Vitamin K | 5.2µg | 4% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 11mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.34mg | 2% | |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 125mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 65.37g | 64.59g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 61.47g | 63.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 48.68g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 24µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 0.117mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.099g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.09mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.19mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.28mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.28mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.16mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.27mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.36mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.075g | 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
54%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 48.68g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.367g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Kit Kat contains less Sodium (difference - 94mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kit Kat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
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.