Paprika vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between paprika and star anise
- Paprika has more vitamin A, vitamin B6, fiber, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, and potassium; however, star anise is richer in iron, calcium, and manganese.
- Paprika covers your daily vitamin A needs 979% more than star anise.
- Star anise has 4 times less vitamin B2 than paprika. Paprika has 1.23mg of vitamin B2, while star anise has 0.29mg.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of star anise is 89, while the glycemic index of paprika is 0.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Spices, paprika 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 PotassiumPotassium | +58.2% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +26% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +182.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +74.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +27.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +22.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -76.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +44.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +15293.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +324.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +228.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +214.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +229.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +390% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +2233.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.14 g
Fats:
12.89 g
Carbs:
53.99 g
Water:
11.24 g
Other:
7.74 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +17.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +11.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +24.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +23.4% |
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Carbs
~50.02g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
2.14 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.695 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
7.766 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 | +146.5% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -72.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +477% |
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 2463µg | 16µg | 272% |
| Iron | 21.14mg | 36.96mg | 198% |
| Vitamin E | 29.1mg | 194% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 2.141mg | 0.65mg | 115% |
| Fiber | 34.9g | 14.6g | 81% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.23mg | 0.29mg | 72% |
| Vitamin K | 80.3µg | 67% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 10.06mg | 3.06mg | 44% |
| Calcium | 229mg | 646mg | 42% |
| Vitamin B5 | 2.51mg | 0.797mg | 34% |
| Manganese | 1.59mg | 2.3mg | 31% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 7.766g | 3.15g | 31% |
| Potassium | 2280mg | 1441mg | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 21mg | 22% |
| Copper | 0.713mg | 0.91mg | 22% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.695g | 9.78g | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 314mg | 440mg | 18% |
| Folate | 49µg | 10µg | 10% |
| Zinc | 4.33mg | 5.3mg | 9% |
| Choline | 51.5mg | 9% | |
| Fructose | 6.71g | 8% | |
| Saturated fat | 2.14g | 0.586g | 7% |
| Protein | 14.14g | 17.6g | 7% |
| Fats | 12.89g | 15.9g | 5% |
| Calories | 282kcal | 337kcal | 3% |
| Sodium | 68mg | 16mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 178mg | 170mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 6.3µg | 5µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.33mg | 0.34mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 53.99g | 50.02g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 19.09g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 10.34g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.49mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.57mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.92mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.69mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.2mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.61mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.75mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.25mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.453g | 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
221%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
193%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 10.34g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 52mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.554g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Paprika is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Paprika is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.