Star anise vs. Brussels sprouts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between star anise and Brussels sprouts
- Star anise has more iron, copper, manganese, calcium, phosphorus, zinc, fiber, magnesium, and vitamin B6; however, Brussels sprouts are richer in vitamin C.
- Star anise covers your daily iron needs 445% more than Brussels sprouts.
- Brussels sprouts have 15 times less calcium than star anise. Star anise has 646mg of calcium, while Brussels sprouts have 42mg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Spices, anise seed and Brussels sprouts, raw.
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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 | +639.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1438.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +270.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2540% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1200% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1161.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +537.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -36% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +582.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +212.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +144.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +222.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +310.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +157.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +196.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +304.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +137.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +510% |
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:
3.38 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
8.95 g
Water:
86 g
Other:
1.37 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +420.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5200% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +458.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +406.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +801.5% |
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
0.062 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.023 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
153 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +42421.7% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -89.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4757.1% |
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 153g | 999% |
| Iron | 36.96mg | 1.4mg | 445% |
| Vitamin K | 177µg | 148% | |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.07mg | 93% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 0.337mg | 85% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 85mg | 71% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 42mg | 60% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 69mg | 53% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 0.42mg | 44% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 3.8g | 43% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 23mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.219mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 389mg | 31% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 3.38g | 28% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 0.023g | 24% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 0.3g | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.139mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.09mg | 15% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 43kcal | 15% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 8.95g | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 0.745mg | 14% |
| Folate | 10µg | 61µg | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 0.309mg | 10% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 1.6µg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.88mg | 6% | |
| Choline | 19.1mg | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 0.062g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 38µg | 2% |
| Fructose | 0.93g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 5.15g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.2g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 25mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.12mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.132mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.152mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.154mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.098mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.155mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.076mg | 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%
73%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
24%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Star anise is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Brussels sprouts is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.524g)
Which food is cheaper?
Brussels sprouts is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.