Shortbread vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between shortbread and star anise
- Shortbread contains less iron, copper, manganese, calcium, phosphorus, fiber, vitamin B6, zinc, and potassium than star anise.
- Daily need coverage for iron for star anise is 425% higher.
- Star anise has 14 times less saturated fat than shortbread. Shortbread has 8.105g of saturated fat, while star anise has 0.586g.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index than shortbread.
Food types used in this article are Cookies, shortbread, commercially prepared, plain and Spices, anise 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 SeleniumSelenium | +24% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +1114.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +4869.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1537.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1140.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +911.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +981.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +566.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +485.2% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +710% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +148.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +815.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.37 g
Fats:
26.22 g
Carbs:
63.78 g
Water:
3.6 g
Other:
1.03 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +64.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +27.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +227.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +165% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +573.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
8.105 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
6.708 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
8.326 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.15 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +164.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -92.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +45.8% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 2.98mg | 36.96mg | 425% |
| Copper | 0.09mg | 0.91mg | 91% |
| Manganese | 0.393mg | 2.3mg | 83% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 646mg | 63% |
| Phosphorus | 66mg | 440mg | 53% |
| Fiber | 1.3g | 14.6g | 53% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.071mg | 0.65mg | 45% |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 5.3mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 88mg | 1441mg | 40% |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 170mg | 37% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.326g | 3.15g | 35% |
| Saturated fat | 8.105g | 0.586g | 34% |
| Protein | 5.37g | 17.6g | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 21mg | 23% |
| Folate | 81µg | 10µg | 18% |
| Starch | 40.47g | 17% | |
| Fats | 26.22g | 15.9g | 16% |
| Vitamin E | 2.44mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 353mg | 16mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.321mg | 0.797mg | 10% |
| Calories | 514kcal | 337kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 11µg | 9% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 6.708g | 9.78g | 8% |
| Carbs | 63.78g | 50.02g | 5% |
| Selenium | 6.2µg | 5µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.314mg | 0.29mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 16µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.353mg | 0.34mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.275mg | 3.06mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 62.48g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.65g | N/A | |
| Trans fat | 0.714g | N/A | |
| Choline | 0.9mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.3g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.885g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.002g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.033g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.006g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 7.253g | 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
30%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.65g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 337mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.519g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Shortbread is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is cheaper?
Shortbread is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.