Squid vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between squid and star anise
- Squid has more vitamin B12, selenium, and vitamin B2, while star anise has more iron, manganese, fiber, calcium, and vitamin B6.
- Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 327% higher.
- The amount of cholesterol in star anise is lower.
The food types used in this comparison are Mollusks, cuttlefish, mixed species, cooked, moist heat 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 PhosphorusPhosphorus | +31.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1692% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +183.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +258.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +126.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +241% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +53.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1000.5% |
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 | +1168.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +496.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +12.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +140% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +147.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +39.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +140.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
32.48 g
Fats:
1.4 g
Carbs:
1.64 g
Water:
61.12 g
Other:
3.36 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +84.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +540.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1035.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +2950% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +106.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.236 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.162 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.268 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 | -59.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +5937% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1075.4% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 10.84mg | 36.96mg | 327% |
| Vitamin B12 | 5.4µg | 0µg | 225% |
| Selenium | 89.6µg | 5µg | 154% |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.729mg | 0.29mg | 111% |
| Manganese | 0.209mg | 2.3mg | 91% |
| Cholesterol | 224mg | 0mg | 75% |
| Fiber | 0g | 14.6g | 58% |
| Calcium | 180mg | 646mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 744mg | 16mg | 32% |
| Protein | 32.48g | 17.6g | 30% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.27mg | 0.65mg | 29% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.017mg | 0.34mg | 27% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 170mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 637mg | 1441mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.162g | 9.78g | 24% |
| Fats | 1.4g | 15.9g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 203µg | 16µg | 21% |
| Phosphorus | 580mg | 440mg | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.268g | 3.15g | 19% |
| Zinc | 3.46mg | 5.3mg | 17% |
| Carbs | 1.64g | 50.02g | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 8.5mg | 21mg | 14% |
| Copper | 0.998mg | 0.91mg | 10% |
| Calories | 158kcal | 337kcal | 9% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.189mg | 3.06mg | 5% |
| Folate | 24µg | 10µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.9mg | 0.797mg | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.236g | 0.586g | 2% |
| Net carbs | 1.64g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.364mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.398mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.414mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.287mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.427mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.733mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.164mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.419mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.624mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.078g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.132g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.012g | 0g | 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
104%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
185%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 224mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 728mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Squid is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.35g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Squid is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is cheaper?
Squid is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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