Star anise vs. Baby food — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between star anise and baby food?
- Star anise is higher in copper, vitamin B6, potassium, fiber, and zinc, yet baby food is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin B2, vitamin B1, iron, and selenium.
- Baby food's daily need coverage for vitamin B3 is 198% more.
- Star anise has 3 times more vitamin B6 than baby food. While star anise has 0.65mg of vitamin B6, baby food has only 0.189mg.
- The glycemic index of baby food is lower.
We used Spices, anise seed and Babyfood, cereal, mixed, dry fortified 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 | +70% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +229.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +172.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +120.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +13.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +28.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +418% |
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 | +813% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +243.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +617.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +836.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1034.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +34.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +330% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
Protein:
12.2 g
Fats:
4.4 g
Carbs:
73.4 g
Water:
6.7 g
Other:
3.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +44.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +261.4% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +42.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +110.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +46.7% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.15 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.769 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.206 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.697 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -23.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +710.9% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +85.6% |
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 price |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 34.714mg | 198% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 2.717mg | 187% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 2.438mg | 175% |
| Iron | 36.96mg | 47.5mg | 132% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 100% | |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.334mg | 64% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 25.9µg | 38% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.189mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 437mg | 30% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 7.5g | 28% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 2.4mg | 26% |
| Vitamin E | 3.68mg | 25% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 1.206g | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 2.3mg | 21% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 4.4g | 18% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 100mg | 17% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 12.2g | 11% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 1.697g | 10% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 733mg | 9% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 73.4g | 8% |
| Folate | 10µg | 43µg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 392mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 1.074mg | 6% |
| Choline | 23.2mg | 4% | |
| Calories | 337kcal | 379kcal | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 1µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 3mg | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 0.769g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 65.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.87g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.158mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.4mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.477mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.041mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.404mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.24mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.672mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.653mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.286mg | 0% |
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
38%
164%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
260%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.87g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.183g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Baby food contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Baby food is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is cheaper?
Baby food is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Baby food is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)