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Star anise vs. Parmigiano-Reggiano — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between star anise and parmigiano-Reggiano?

  • Star anise is richer in iron, manganese, copper, fiber, and vitamin B6, yet parmigiano-Reggiano is richer in vitamin B12, calcium, and phosphorus.
  • Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 451% higher.
  • Star anise contains less saturated fat.
  • Parmigiano-Reggiano has a lower glycemic index than star anise.

We used Spices, anise seed and Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 121% 194% 127% 1386% 303% 145% 189% 2.1% 300% 27%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 27% 333% 11% 34% 79% 106% 312% 199% 11% 97%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +347.4%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +1052.8%
Contains more IronIron +4006.7%
Contains more CopperCopper +282.4%
Contains more ZincZinc +37%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +2605.9%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +71.7%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +65.7%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +254%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 70% 5.3% 0% 0% 85% 67% 57% 48% 150% 0% 0% 7.5% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 53% 3.4% 6% 7.3% 112% 2.1% 20% 11% 283% 4.3% 7.5% 11%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +1072.4%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +2584.2%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +145.2%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +1226.5%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +900%
Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +67.6%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Folate ~10µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
18% 16% 50% 10% 7%
Protein: 17.6 g
Fats: 15.9 g
Carbs: 50.02 g
Water: 9.54 g
Other: 6.94 g
20% 20% 51% 8%
Protein: 20 g
Fats: 20 g
Carbs: 1.37 g
Water: 50.6 g
Other: 8.03 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +3551.1%
Contains more ProteinProtein +13.6%
Contains more FatsFats +25.8%
Contains more WaterWater +430.4%
Contains more OtherOther +15.7%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
4% 72% 23%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.15 g
67% 31% 2%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 13.317 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 6.098 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.462 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -95.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +60.4%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +581.8%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Star anise Parmigiano-Reggiano
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Star anise Parmigiano-Reggiano DV% diff.
Iron 36.96mg 0.9mg 451%
Manganese 2.3mg 0.085mg 96%
Vitamin B12 0µg 2.26µg 94%
Copper 0.91mg 0.238mg 75%
Sodium 16mg 1529mg 66%
Saturated fat 0.586g 13.317g 58%
Fiber 14.6g 0g 58%
Calcium 646mg 1109mg 46%
Vitamin B6 0.65mg 0.049mg 46%
Phosphorus 440mg 729mg 41%
Potassium 1441mg 125mg 39%
Magnesium 170mg 38mg 31%
Cholesterol 0mg 88mg 29%
Vitamin B1 0.34mg 0.029mg 26%
Vitamin C 21mg 0mg 23%
Selenium 5µg 17.7µg 23%
Polyunsaturated fat 3.15g 0.462g 18%
Vitamin B3 3.06mg 0.114mg 18%
Vitamin A 16µg 160µg 16%
Carbs 50.02g 1.37g 16%
Vitamin B2 0.29mg 0.486mg 15%
Zinc 5.3mg 3.87mg 13%
Monounsaturated fat 9.78g 6.098g 9%
Vitamin B5 0.797mg 0.325mg 9%
Fats 15.9g 20g 6%
Protein 17.6g 20g 5%
Choline 20.7mg 4%
Calories 337kcal 265kcal 4%
Vitamin D 0µg 0.4µg 2%
Vitamin D 0IU 15IU 2%
Vitamin K 1.7µg 1%
Vitamin E 0.17mg 1%
Net carbs 35.42g 1.37g N/A
Folate 10µg 10µg 0%
Tryptophan 0.24mg 0%
Threonine 1.519mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.2mg 0%
Leucine 2.983mg 0%
Lysine 2.459mg 0%
Methionine 0.369mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.604mg 0%
Valine 1.498mg 0%
Histidine 0.752mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Star anise Parmigiano-Reggiano
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Star anise
40%
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
Star anise
121%
Parmigiano-Reggiano

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 88mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 1513mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 12.731g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Parmigiano-Reggiano is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Star anise - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171316/nutrients
  2. Parmigiano-Reggiano - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173452/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.