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Saffron vs. True morels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between Saffron and True morels?

  • Saffron is higher in Manganese, Vitamin B6, Magnesium, Potassium, Folate, and Phosphorus, yet True morels are higher in Vitamin D, Copper, Iron, and Zinc.
  • Saffron's daily need coverage for Manganese is 1210% more.
  • Saffron has 14 times more Magnesium than True morels. While Saffron has 264mg of Magnesium, True morels have only 19mg.

We used Spices, saffron and Mushrooms, morel, raw 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 Calcium +158.1%
Contains more Magnesium +1289.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +29.9%
Contains more Potassium +319.5%
Contains more Manganese +4739.5%
Contains more Selenium +154.5%
Contains less Sodium -85.8%
Contains more Zinc +86.2%
Contains more Copper +90.5%
Equal in Iron - 12.18
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 34% 417% 189% 108% 153% 20% 30% 110% 3706% 31%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 13% 457% 14% 84% 37% 3% 56% 209% 77% 12%
Contains more Calcium +158.1%
Contains more Magnesium +1289.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +29.9%
Contains more Potassium +319.5%
Contains more Manganese +4739.5%
Contains more Selenium +154.5%
Contains less Sodium -85.8%
Contains more Zinc +86.2%
Contains more Copper +90.5%
Equal in Iron - 12.18

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +66.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +30.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +642.6%
Contains more Folate +933.3%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +54.2%
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%
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% 153% 0% 18% 48% 43% 27% 32% 7% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +66.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +30.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +642.6%
Contains more Folate +933.3%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +54.2%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +266.3%
Contains more Fats +926.3%
Contains more Carbs +1181.8%
Contains more Other +240.6%
Contains more Water +653%
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
3% 5% 90%
Protein: 3.12 g
Fats: 0.57 g
Carbs: 5.1 g
Water: 89.61 g
Other: 1.6 g
Contains more Protein +266.3%
Contains more Fats +926.3%
Contains more Carbs +1181.8%
Contains more Other +240.6%
Contains more Water +653%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +725%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +377.4%
Contains less Saturated Fat -95.9%
39% 11% 51%
Saturated Fat: 1.586 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.067 g
12% 9% 79%
Saturated Fat: 0.065 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.052 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.433 g
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +725%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +377.4%
Contains less Saturated Fat -95.9%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Saffron True morels Opinion
Net carbs 61.47g 2.3g Saffron
Protein 11.43g 3.12g Saffron
Fats 5.85g 0.57g Saffron
Carbs 65.37g 5.1g Saffron
Calories 310kcal 31kcal Saffron
Sugar 0.6g Saffron
Fiber 3.9g 2.8g Saffron
Calcium 111mg 43mg Saffron
Iron 11.1mg 12.18mg True morels
Magnesium 264mg 19mg Saffron
Phosphorus 252mg 194mg Saffron
Potassium 1724mg 411mg Saffron
Sodium 148mg 21mg True morels
Zinc 1.09mg 2.03mg True morels
Copper 0.328mg 0.625mg True morels
Manganese 28.408mg 0.587mg Saffron
Selenium 5.6µg 2.2µg Saffron
Vitamin A 530IU 0IU Saffron
Vitamin A RAE 27µg 0µg Saffron
Vitamin D 0IU 206IU True morels
Vitamin D 0µg 5.1µg True morels
Vitamin C 80.8mg Saffron
Vitamin B1 0.115mg 0.069mg Saffron
Vitamin B2 0.267mg 0.205mg Saffron
Vitamin B3 1.46mg 2.252mg True morels
Vitamin B5 0.44mg True morels
Vitamin B6 1.01mg 0.136mg Saffron
Folate 93µg 9µg Saffron
Saturated Fat 1.586g 0.065g True morels
Omega-3 - DPA 0.006g 0g Saffron
Monounsaturated Fat 0.429g 0.052g Saffron
Polyunsaturated fat 2.067g 0.433g Saffron
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.001g True morels
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 0.215g True morels

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Saffron True morels
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
27%
True morels
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
Saffron
96%
True morels

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
True morels
True morels contains less Sodium (difference - 127mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
True morels
True morels is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
True morels
True morels is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.521g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
True morels
True morels is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is cheaper?
True morels
True morels is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.6g)
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

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. True morels - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168423/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.