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Saffron vs. Limburger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between saffron and Limburger

  • Saffron has more manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, and copper, while Limburger has more vitamin B12 and calcium.
  • Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1233% higher.
  • The amount of saturated fat in saffron is lower.
  • Limburger has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of Limburger is 27, while the glycemic index of saffron is 70.

The food types used in this comparison are Spices, saffron and Cheese, limburger.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 189% 33% 152% 416% 109% 30% 108% 19% 3705% 31%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 15% 149% 11% 4.9% 7% 57% 168% 104% 5% 79%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +1157.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1246.9%
Contains more IronIron +8438.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +1461.9%
Contains less SodiumSodium -81.5%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +74657.9%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +347.7%
Contains more ZincZinc +92.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +56%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +158.9%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 269% 9% 0% 0% 29% 62% 27% 0% 233% 0% 0% 70% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 113% 4.6% 7.5% 20% 116% 3% 71% 20% 130% 5.8% 44% 8.4%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +43.8%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +824.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1074.4%
Contains more FolateFolate +60.3%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +1159.3%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +88.4%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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
20% 27% 48% 4%
Protein: 20.05 g
Fats: 27.25 g
Carbs: 0.49 g
Water: 48.42 g
Other: 3.79 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +13240.8%
Contains more OtherOther +43.8%
Contains more ProteinProtein +75.4%
Contains more FatsFats +365.8%
Contains more WaterWater +306.9%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
39% 11% 51%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 1.586 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 2.067 g
65% 33% 2%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 16.746 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 8.606 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.495 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -90.5%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +317.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +1906.1%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Saffron Limburger DV% diff.
Manganese 28.408mg 0.038mg 1233%
Iron 11.1mg 0.13mg 137%
Vitamin C 80.8mg 0mg 90%
Vitamin B6 1.01mg 0.086mg 71%
Saturated fat 1.586g 16.746g 69%
Magnesium 264mg 21mg 58%
Potassium 1724mg 128mg 47%
Vitamin B12 0µg 1.04µg 43%
Calcium 111mg 497mg 39%
Vitamin A 27µg 340µg 35%
Copper 0.328mg 0.021mg 34%
Fats 5.85g 27.25g 33%
Cholesterol 0mg 90mg 30%
Sodium 148mg 800mg 28%
Vitamin B5 1.177mg 24%
Carbs 65.37g 0.49g 22%
Phosphorus 252mg 393mg 20%
Monounsaturated fat 0.429g 8.606g 20%
Vitamin B2 0.267mg 0.503mg 18%
Protein 11.43g 20.05g 17%
Selenium 5.6µg 14.5µg 16%
Fiber 3.9g 0g 16%
Polyunsaturated fat 2.067g 0.495g 10%
Zinc 1.09mg 2.1mg 9%
Folate 93µg 58µg 9%
Vitamin B3 1.46mg 0.158mg 8%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.5µg 3%
Vitamin B1 0.115mg 0.08mg 3%
Vitamin D 0IU 20IU 3%
Choline 15.4mg 3%
Vitamin E 0.23mg 2%
Vitamin K 2.3µg 2%
Calories 310kcal 327kcal 1%
Net carbs 61.47g 0.49g N/A
Sugar 0.49g N/A
Tryptophan 0.289mg 0%
Threonine 0.739mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.219mg 0%
Leucine 2.093mg 0%
Lysine 1.675mg 0%
Methionine 0.619mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.116mg 0%
Valine 1.439mg 0%
Histidine 0.578mg 0%
Omega-3 - DPA 0.006g 0g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Saffron Limburger
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
54%
Saffron
42%
Limburger
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
Saffron
60%
Limburger

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 90mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.49g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 652mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 15.16g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Limburger
Limburger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 43)
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.

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. Limburger - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171243/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.