Cinnamon vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between cinnamon and star anise
- Cinnamon has more manganese, fiber, and calcium; however, star anise is richer in iron, copper, phosphorus, vitamin B6, zinc, potassium, and vitamin B1.
- Cinnamon's daily need coverage for manganese is 659% more.
- Cinnamon contains 4 times more fiber than star anise. Cinnamon contains 53.1g of fiber, while star anise contains 14.6g.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Spices, cinnamon, ground 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 CalciumCalcium | +55.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -37.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +659.4% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +183.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +234.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +344.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +168.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +189.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +587.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +61.3% |
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 CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +452.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1445.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +607.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +129.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +122.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +311.4% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.99 g
Fats:
1.24 g
Carbs:
80.59 g
Water:
10.58 g
Other:
3.6 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +61.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +341.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1182.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +92.8% |
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Water
~9.54g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.345 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.246 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.068 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.15 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -41.1% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +3875.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4532.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 17.466mg | 2.3mg | 659% |
| Iron | 8.32mg | 36.96mg | 358% |
| Fiber | 53.1g | 14.6g | 154% |
| Copper | 0.339mg | 0.91mg | 63% |
| Phosphorus | 64mg | 440mg | 54% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.158mg | 0.65mg | 38% |
| Calcium | 1002mg | 646mg | 36% |
| Zinc | 1.83mg | 5.3mg | 32% |
| Potassium | 431mg | 1441mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.022mg | 0.34mg | 27% |
| Protein | 3.99g | 17.6g | 27% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 170mg | 26% |
| Vitamin K | 31.2µg | 26% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.246g | 9.78g | 24% |
| Fats | 1.24g | 15.9g | 23% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.068g | 3.15g | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 3.8mg | 21mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.041mg | 0.29mg | 19% |
| Vitamin E | 2.32mg | 15% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.332mg | 3.06mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 80.59g | 50.02g | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.358mg | 0.797mg | 9% |
| Calories | 247kcal | 337kcal | 5% |
| Selenium | 3.1µg | 5µg | 3% |
| Choline | 11mg | 2% | |
| Fructose | 1.11g | 1% | |
| Folate | 6µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.345g | 0.586g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 27.49g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.17g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 10mg | 16mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 15µg | 16µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.136mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.146mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.253mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.243mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.078mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.146mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.224mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.117mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.011g | 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
19%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
318%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.17g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Star anise is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Star anise is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Cinnamon contains less Sodium (difference - 6mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Cinnamon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.241g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)