Saffron vs. Poppy seed — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between saffron and poppy seed
- Saffron has more manganese, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium; however, poppy seed is richer in copper, calcium, phosphorus, fiber, zinc, and vitamin B1.
- Saffron covers your daily manganese needs 944% more than poppy seed.
- Poppy seed has 81 times less vitamin C than saffron. Saffron has 80.8mg of vitamin C, while poppy seed has 1mg.
- Saffron has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of saffron is 70, while the glycemic index of poppy seed is 5.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Spices, saffron and Spices, poppy seed.
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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 PotassiumPotassium | +139.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +13.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +323.6% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +31.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1195.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +396% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +624.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +245.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -82.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +141.1% |
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 | +7980% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +167% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +62.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +308.9% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +13.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +642.6% |
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:
17.99 g
Fats:
41.56 g
Carbs:
28.13 g
Water:
5.95 g
Other:
6.37 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +132.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +100% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +57.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +610.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16.9% |
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
4.517 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.982 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
28.569 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -64.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1294.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1282.1% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 28.408mg | 6.707mg | 944% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 28.569g | 177% |
| Copper | 0.328mg | 1.627mg | 144% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 1438mg | 133% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 1mg | 89% |
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 870mg | 88% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 0.854mg | 62% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 19.5g | 62% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 7.9mg | 62% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 0.247mg | 59% |
| Fats | 5.85g | 41.56g | 55% |
| Potassium | 1724mg | 719mg | 30% |
| Magnesium | 264mg | 347mg | 20% |
| Iron | 11.1mg | 9.76mg | 17% |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 13.5µg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 5.982g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 4.517g | 13% |
| Protein | 11.43g | 17.99g | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 0.1mg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 1.77mg | 12% | |
| Carbs | 65.37g | 28.13g | 12% |
| Calories | 310kcal | 525kcal | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.324mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 148mg | 26mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 0.896mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Folate | 93µg | 82µg | 3% |
| Choline | 8.8mg | 2% | |
| Net carbs | 61.47g | 8.63g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.99g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.184mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.686mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.819mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.321mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.952mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.502mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.758mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.095mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.471mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.29g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.273g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | 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
54%
33%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
319%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.99g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.931g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Poppy seed contains less Sodium (difference - 122mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Poppy seed is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
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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