Saffron vs. Pasta — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between saffron and pasta
- Pasta contains less manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, copper, and calcium than saffron.
- Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1225% higher.
- Pasta has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of pasta is 49, while the glycemic index of saffron is 70.
The food types used in this comparison are Spices, saffron and Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, plain, cooked.
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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 | +1366.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1750% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +7083.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +873.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +252.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +94.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +300% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +12582.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.9% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +350% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +78% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +47.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +2870.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +45.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +81.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +121.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +457.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +162.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1658.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +476.1% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +246% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +381.8% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -90.5% |
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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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 | 0.224mg | 1225% |
| Iron | 11.1mg | 1.14mg | 125% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 0mg | 90% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 0.034mg | 75% |
| Magnesium | 264mg | 18mg | 59% |
| Potassium | 1724mg | 24mg | 50% |
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 63mg | 27% |
| Copper | 0.328mg | 0.093mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 16% | |
| Carbs | 65.37g | 24.93g | 13% |
| Protein | 11.43g | 5.15g | 13% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 6mg | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 0.429g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 33mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 0.15mg | 9% |
| Calories | 310kcal | 131kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 0.209mg | 8% |
| Fats | 5.85g | 1.05g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 0.15g | 7% |
| Folate | 93µg | 64µg | 7% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 6mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.14µg | 6% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.56mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 0.992mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 6µg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 0.124g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 61.47g | 24.93g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.065mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.348mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.079mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.247mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.103mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 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%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
16%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 33mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saffron is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pasta contains less Sodium (difference - 142mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pasta is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.436g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pasta is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)