Star anise vs. Bay leaf — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between star anise and bay leaf?
- Star anise is richer in copper, phosphorus, and vitamin B1, yet bay leaf is richer in manganese, vitamin A, vitamin B6, iron, fiber, folate, and vitamin C.
- Bay leaf's daily need coverage for manganese is 255% higher.
- Star anise has 38 times more vitamin B1 than bay leaf. Star anise has 0.34mg of vitamin B1, while bay leaf has 0.009mg.
We used Spices, anise seed and Spices, bay leaf types in this comparison.
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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 | +41.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +172.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +118.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +43.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +289.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -30.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +78.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +29.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +16.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +255.1% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +3677.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +52.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +121.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1831.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +45.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +167.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1700% |
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:
7.61 g
Fats:
8.36 g
Carbs:
74.97 g
Water:
5.44 g
Other:
3.62 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +131.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +90.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +75.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +91.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +49.9% |
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
2.28 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.64 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.29 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -74.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +496.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +37.6% |
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 Sugar | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 2.3mg | 8.167mg | 255% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 1.74mg | 84% |
| Iron | 36.96mg | 43mg | 76% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.416mg | 55% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 26.3g | 47% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 113mg | 47% |
| Folate | 10µg | 180µg | 43% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 309µg | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 46.5mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.009mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 529mg | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 1.64g | 20% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 7.61g | 20% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 834mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 16% | |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 3.7mg | 15% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 120mg | 12% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 8.36g | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.421mg | 10% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 74.97g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 2.28g | 8% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 2.005mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 2.29g | 6% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 2.8µg | 4% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 313kcal | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 48.67g | N/A |
| Sodium | 16mg | 23mg | 0% |
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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%
72%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
337%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.694g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bay leaf is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is cheaper?
Bay leaf is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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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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.
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.