Star anise vs. Cocoa solids — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Star anise and Cocoa solids?
- Star anise is higher in Iron, Calcium, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin C, yet Cocoa solids are higher in Copper, Fiber, Magnesium, Manganese, and Phosphorus.
- Cocoa solids' daily need coverage for Copper is 320% more.
- The amount of Saturated Fat in Star anise is lower.
We used Spices, anise seed and Cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened 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 CalciumCalcium | +404.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +166.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -23.8% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +193.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +316.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.5% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +66.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +66.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +186% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +335.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +213.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +450.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +220% |
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Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
19.6 g
Fats:
13.7 g
Carbs:
57.9 g
Water:
3 g
Other:
5.8 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +16.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +218% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +11.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +15.8% |
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
8.07 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
4.57 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.44 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -92.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +114% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +615.9% |
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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 337kcal | 228kcal |
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| Protein | 17.6g | 19.6g |
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| Fats | 15.9g | 13.7g |
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| Vitamin C | 21mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 35.42g | 20.9g |
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| Carbs | 50.02g | 57.9g |
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| Magnesium | 170mg | 499mg |
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| Calcium | 646mg | 128mg |
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| Potassium | 1441mg | 1524mg |
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| Iron | 36.96mg | 13.86mg |
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| Sugar | 1.75g |
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| Fiber | 14.6g | 37g |
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| Copper | 0.91mg | 3.788mg |
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| Zinc | 5.3mg | 6.81mg |
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| Phosphorus | 440mg | 734mg |
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| Sodium | 16mg | 21mg |
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| Vitamin A | 311IU | 0IU |
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| Vitamin A | 16µg | 0µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.1mg |
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| Manganese | 2.3mg | 3.837mg |
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| Selenium | 5µg | 14.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.078mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.241mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 2.185mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 0.254mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.118mg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.5µg |
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| Folate | 10µg | 32µg |
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| Choline | 12mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.586g | 8.07g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.78g | 4.57g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 0.44g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.293mg |
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| Threonine | 0.776mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.76mg |
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| Leucine | 1.189mg |
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| Lysine | 0.983mg |
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| Methionine | 0.202mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.941mg |
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| Valine | 1.177mg |
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| Histidine | 0.339mg |
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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
39%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
339%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.75g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 7.484g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cocoa solids is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cocoa solids is relatively richer in minerals
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.