Saffron vs. Mixed nuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between saffron and mixed nuts
- Saffron is richer in manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium, yet mixed nuts are richer in copper, selenium, vitamin B3, and phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for manganese for saffron is 1146% higher.
- Saffron contains 162 times more vitamin C than mixed nuts. Saffron contains 80.8mg of vitamin C, while mixed nuts contain 0.5mg.
- Saffron contains less saturated fat.
- Mixed nuts have a lower glycemic index than saffron.
Food types used in this article are Spices, saffron and Nuts, mixed nuts, oil roasted, with peanuts, without salt added.
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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 | +15.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +172.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +325.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1292.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +176.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +208.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +81% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +505.4% |
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 | +16060% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +36.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +186.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +64.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +428% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
Protein:
20.04 g
Fats:
53.95 g
Carbs:
21.05 g
Water:
2.08 g
Other:
2.88 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +210.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +472.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +89.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +75.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +822.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.067 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.711 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
28.488 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.612 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -81.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +6540.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +606.9% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 28.408mg | 2.04mg | 1146% |
| Iron | 11.1mg | 2.61mg | 106% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 0.5mg | 89% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 14.612g | 84% |
| Fats | 5.85g | 53.95g | 74% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 28.488g | 70% |
| Copper | 0.328mg | 0.907mg | 64% |
| Vitamin E | 7.82mg | 52% | |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 33.9µg | 51% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 0.352mg | 51% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 7.709mg | 39% |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 8.711g | 32% |
| Potassium | 1724mg | 632mg | 32% |
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 456mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.14mg | 23% | |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 3.36mg | 21% |
| Protein | 11.43g | 20.04g | 17% |
| Calories | 310kcal | 607kcal | 15% |
| Carbs | 65.37g | 21.05g | 15% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 7g | 12% |
| Choline | 52mg | 9% | |
| Magnesium | 264mg | 229mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 0.189mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 5mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 0.196mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 5.7µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Folate | 93µg | 83µg | 3% |
| Starch | 4.2g | 2% | |
| Calcium | 111mg | 117mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 61.47g | 14.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.15g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.055g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.22mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.703mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.826mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.656mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.782mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.283mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.182mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.001mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.572mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.082g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.455g | N/A |
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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 - 4.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.125g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mixed nuts contains less Sodium (difference - 143mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mixed nuts is lower in glycemic index (difference - 46)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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