Saffron vs. Vanilla extract — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between saffron and vanilla extract?
- Saffron is richer than vanilla extract in manganese, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, copper, folate, and fiber.
- Saffron's daily need coverage for manganese is 1225% more.
We used Spices, saffron and Vanilla extract 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +2100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +909.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1064.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +9150% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +355.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +890.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +4100% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +12251.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.9% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +945.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +181.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +243.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +3784.6% |
| 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:
0.06 g
Fats:
0.06 g
Carbs:
12.65 g
Water:
52.58 g
Other:
34.65 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18950% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9650% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +416.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +341.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +535.8% |
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
0.01 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.01 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.004 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4190% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +51575% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.4% |
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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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 28.408mg | 0.23mg | 1225% |
| Iron | 11.1mg | 0.12mg | 137% |
| Vitamin C | 80.8mg | 0mg | 90% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 0.026mg | 76% |
| Magnesium | 264mg | 12mg | 60% |
| Potassium | 1724mg | 148mg | 46% |
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 6mg | 35% |
| Copper | 0.328mg | 0.072mg | 28% |
| Folate | 93µg | 0µg | 23% |
| Protein | 11.43g | 0.06g | 23% |
| Carbs | 65.37g | 12.65g | 18% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 0g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 0.004g | 14% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.267mg | 0.095mg | 13% |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 0µg | 10% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 11mg | 10% |
| Fats | 5.85g | 0.06g | 9% |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 0.11mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.115mg | 0.011mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 0.01g | 7% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.46mg | 0.425mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 148mg | 9mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 0.01g | 1% |
| Calories | 310kcal | 288kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.035mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 61.47g | 12.65g | N/A |
| Sugar | 12.65g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0g | 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%
3%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
479%
9%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Vanilla extract contains less Sodium (difference - 139mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Vanilla extract is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.576g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Vanilla extract is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saffron is lower in Sugar (difference - 12.65g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $3.8)
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 Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)