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Saffron vs. Powdered milk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are Saffron and Powdered milk different?

  • Saffron is higher in Manganese, Iron, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, and Magnesium, however, Powdered milk is richer in Vitamin B12, Calcium, Phosphorus, and Vitamin B2.
  • Daily need coverage for Manganese from Saffron is 1233% higher.
  • Saffron contains 24 times more Iron than Powdered milk. While Saffron contains 11.1mg of Iron, Powdered milk contains only 0.47mg.
  • Saffron has less Saturated Fat.

Spices, saffron and Milk, dry, whole, without added vitamin D are the varieties used 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 Iron +2261.7%
Contains more Magnesium +210.6%
Contains more Potassium +29.6%
Contains less Sodium -60.1%
Contains more Copper +310%
Contains more Manganese +70920%
Contains more Calcium +721.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +207.9%
Contains more Zinc +206.4%
Contains more Selenium +191.1%
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 274% 18% 61% 333% 118% 49% 92% 27% 6% 89%
Contains more Iron +2261.7%
Contains more Magnesium +210.6%
Contains more Potassium +29.6%
Contains less Sodium -60.1%
Contains more Copper +310%
Contains more Manganese +70920%
Contains more Calcium +721.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +207.9%
Contains more Zinc +206.4%
Contains more Selenium +191.1%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin C +839.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +126%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +234.4%
Contains more Folate +151.4%
Contains more Vitamin A +76.2%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +146.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +351.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%
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 57% 12% 15% 29% 71% 279% 13% 137% 70% 28% 407% 6%
Contains more Vitamin C +839.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +126%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +234.4%
Contains more Folate +151.4%
Contains more Vitamin A +76.2%
Contains more Vitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +146.1%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +351.3%
Contains more Vitamin B12 +∞%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Carbs +70.1%
Contains more Water +381.8%
Contains more Protein +130.3%
Contains more Fats +356.6%
Contains more Other +11.6%
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
26% 27% 38% 2% 6%
Protein: 26.32 g
Fats: 26.71 g
Carbs: 38.42 g
Water: 2.47 g
Other: 6.08 g
Contains more Carbs +70.1%
Contains more Water +381.8%
Contains more Protein +130.3%
Contains more Fats +356.6%
Contains more Other +11.6%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -90.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +210.8%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +1747.1%
39% 11% 51%
Saturated Fat: 1.586 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 2.067 g
66% 31% 3%
Saturated Fat: 16.742 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 7.924 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.665 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -90.5%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +210.8%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +1747.1%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Saffron Powdered milk Opinion
Net carbs 61.47g 38.42g Saffron
Protein 11.43g 26.32g Powdered milk
Fats 5.85g 26.71g Powdered milk
Carbs 65.37g 38.42g Saffron
Calories 310kcal 496kcal Powdered milk
Sugar 38.42g Saffron
Fiber 3.9g 0g Saffron
Calcium 111mg 912mg Powdered milk
Iron 11.1mg 0.47mg Saffron
Magnesium 264mg 85mg Saffron
Phosphorus 252mg 776mg Powdered milk
Potassium 1724mg 1330mg Saffron
Sodium 148mg 371mg Saffron
Zinc 1.09mg 3.34mg Powdered milk
Copper 0.328mg 0.08mg Saffron
Manganese 28.408mg 0.04mg Saffron
Selenium 5.6µg 16.3µg Powdered milk
Vitamin A 530IU 934IU Powdered milk
Vitamin A RAE 27µg 258µg Powdered milk
Vitamin E 0.58mg Powdered milk
Vitamin D 0IU 20IU Powdered milk
Vitamin D 0µg 0.5µg Powdered milk
Vitamin C 80.8mg 8.6mg Saffron
Vitamin B1 0.115mg 0.283mg Powdered milk
Vitamin B2 0.267mg 1.205mg Powdered milk
Vitamin B3 1.46mg 0.646mg Saffron
Vitamin B5 2.271mg Powdered milk
Vitamin B6 1.01mg 0.302mg Saffron
Folate 93µg 37µg Saffron
Vitamin B12 0µg 3.25µg Powdered milk
Vitamin K 2.2µg Powdered milk
Tryptophan 0.371mg Powdered milk
Threonine 1.188mg Powdered milk
Isoleucine 1.592mg Powdered milk
Leucine 2.578mg Powdered milk
Lysine 2.087mg Powdered milk
Methionine 0.66mg Powdered milk
Phenylalanine 1.271mg Powdered milk
Valine 1.762mg Powdered milk
Histidine 0.714mg Powdered milk
Cholesterol 0mg 97mg Saffron
Saturated Fat 1.586g 16.742g Saffron
Omega-3 - DPA 0.006g 0g Saffron
Monounsaturated Fat 0.429g 7.924g Powdered milk
Polyunsaturated fat 2.067g 0.665g Saffron

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Saffron Powdered milk
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
93%
Powdered milk
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
Saffron
106%
Powdered milk

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.42g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 223mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 97mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Saffron
Saffron is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 15.156g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Powdered milk
Powdered milk is lower in glycemic index (difference - 38)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Powdered milk
Powdered milk is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.

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. Powdered milk - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173454/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.