Saffron vs. Mortadella — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between saffron and mortadella?
- Saffron is higher in manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, and potassium, yet mortadella is higher in vitamin B2 and vitamin B12.
- Mortadella's daily need coverage for vitamin B2 is 11749% more.
- The amount of saturated fat in saffron is lower.
- The glycemic index of mortadella is lower.
We used Spices, saffron and Mortadella, beef, pork types in this article.
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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 | +2300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +516.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +957.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +692.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +446.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +159.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -88.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +94593.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +92.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +303.6% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +676.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +3000% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +57203.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +83.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
16.37 g
Fats:
25.39 g
Carbs:
3.05 g
Water:
52.3 g
Other:
2.89 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2043.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +88.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +43.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +334% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +339.5% |
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
9.51 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.38 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.12 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -83.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +2552.7% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +50.9% |
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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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 153mg | 11749% |
| Manganese | 28.408mg | 0.03mg | 1234% |
| Iron | 11.1mg | 1.4mg | 121% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 0mg | 90% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 0.13mg | 68% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.48µg | 62% |
| Magnesium | 264mg | 11mg | 60% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 1246mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 1724mg | 163mg | 46% |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 9.51g | 36% |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 22.6µg | 31% |
| Copper | 0.328mg | 0.06mg | 30% |
| Fats | 5.85g | 25.39g | 30% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 11.38g | 27% |
| Folate | 93µg | 3µg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 97mg | 22% |
| Carbs | 65.37g | 3.05g | 21% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 56mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 0g | 16% |
| Choline | 72.2mg | 13% | |
| Protein | 11.43g | 16.37g | 10% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 2.1mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 18mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.44mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 2.673mg | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 3.12g | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 41IU | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 1µg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.22mg | 1% | |
| Calories | 310kcal | 311kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 61.47g | 3.05g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 0.119mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.152mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.633mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.708mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.213mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.262mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.394mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.598mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.735mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| 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%
2746%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
49%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 1098mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.924g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mortadella is lower in glycemic index (difference - 42)
Which food is cheaper?
Mortadella is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mortadella is relatively richer in vitamins