Saffron vs. Sunflower oil — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between saffron and sunflower oil
- Sunflower oil has less manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, copper, phosphorus, and folate.
- Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1235% more.
- Saffron is lower in saturated Fat.
- Saffron has a higher glycemic index than sunflower oil.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Spices, saffron and Oil, sunflower, linoleic, (partially hydrogenated).
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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 | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +∞% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
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:
0 g
Fats:
100 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
0 g
Other:
0 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1609.4% |
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
13 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
46.2 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
36.4 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -87.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +10669.2% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1661% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 310kcal | 884kcal |
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| Protein | 11.43g | 0g |
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| Fats | 5.85g | 100g |
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| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 61.47g | 0g |
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| Carbs | 65.37g | 0g |
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| Magnesium | 264mg | 0mg |
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| Calcium | 111mg | 0mg |
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| Potassium | 1724mg | 0mg |
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| Iron | 11.1mg | 0mg |
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| Fiber | 3.9g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.328mg | 0mg |
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| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0mg |
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| Phosphorus | 252mg | 0mg |
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| Sodium | 148mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin A | 530IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 27µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 41.08mg |
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| Manganese | 28.408mg | 0mg |
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| Selenium | 5.6µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 0mg |
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| Vitamin K | 5.4µg |
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| Folate | 93µg | 0µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.586g | 13g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.429g | 46.2g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 36.4g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g |
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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
56%
64%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
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Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Sunflower oil contains less Sodium (difference - 148mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sunflower oil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is cheaper?
Sunflower oil is cheaper (difference - $0.7)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 11.414g)
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 Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)