Star anise vs. Chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between star anise and chocolate
- Chocolate contains less iron, calcium, vitamin B6, manganese, phosphorus, fiber, zinc, vitamin B1, and potassium than star anise.
- Daily need coverage for iron for star anise is 362% higher.
- Chocolate has 15 times less vitamin B6 than star anise. Star anise has 0.65mg of vitamin B6, while chocolate has 0.042mg.
- Star anise is lower in saturated fat.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index than chocolate.
Food types used in this article are Spices, anise seed and Chocolate, dark, 45- 59% cacao solids.
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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 | +16.4% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1053.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +157.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +360.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +163.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +113.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +62.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +66.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +13% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +700% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1260% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +480% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +322.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +168.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1447.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
4.88 g
Fats:
31.28 g
Carbs:
61.17 g
Water:
0.97 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +260.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +883.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +308.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +96.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +22.3% |
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
18.519 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.54 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.092 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +188.5% |
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Monounsaturated fat
~9.54g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 36.96mg | 8.02mg | 362% |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 18.519g | 82% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 56mg | 59% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.042mg | 47% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 1.419mg | 38% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 206mg | 33% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 7g | 30% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 2.01mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 559mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.025mg | 26% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 4.88g | 25% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 31.28g | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.05mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 0.725mg | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 1.092g | 14% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 1.028mg | 13% |
| Caffeine | 0mg | 43mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.23µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 0.297mg | 10% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 546kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 8.1µg | 7% | |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 146mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 3µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.54mg | 4% | |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 61.17g | 4% |
| Folate | 10µg | 3% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 8mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 2µg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 9.54g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 54.17g | N/A |
| Sugar | 47.9g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 24mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.112g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.085g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.947g | 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
38%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
116%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 47.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.933g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Star anise is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Chocolate is lower in glycemic index (difference - 66)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($2)