Star anise vs. Croissant — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between star anise and croissant
- Croissant contains less iron, copper, manganese, calcium, fiber, phosphorus, vitamin B6, zinc, and potassium than star anise.
- Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 437% higher.
- Croissant contains 17 times less calcium than star anise. Star anise contains 646mg of calcium, while croissant contains 37mg.
- The amount of saturated fat in star anise is lower.
- Croissant has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of croissant is 56, while the glycemic index of star anise is 89.
The food types used in this comparison are Spices, anise seed and Croissants, butter.
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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 | +962.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1645.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1121.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1720.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1037.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +606.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +319% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +597% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +354% |
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 | +10400% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +39.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1020.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1187.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +14.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +780% |
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:
8.2 g
Fats:
21 g
Carbs:
45.8 g
Water:
23.2 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +114.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +285.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +32.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +143.2% |
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Carbs
~45.8g
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
11.659 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
5.525 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.094 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -95% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +77% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +187.9% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 36.96mg | 2.03mg | 437% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.08mg | 92% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 0.33mg | 86% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 37mg | 61% |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 11.659g | 50% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 105mg | 48% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 2.6g | 48% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.058mg | 46% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 0.75mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 118mg | 39% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 16mg | 37% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 22.7µg | 32% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 0.2mg | 23% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 67mg | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 206µg | 21% |
| Folate | 10µg | 88µg | 20% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 467mg | 20% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 8.2g | 19% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 1.094g | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 5.525g | 11% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 21g | 8% |
| Choline | 38.8mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.16µg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.84mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 2.188mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.388mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.241mg | 4% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 406kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.8µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 0.861mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 45.8g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 43.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 11.26g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.099mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.284mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.365mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.623mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.329mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.175mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.416mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.41mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.003g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.002g | 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%
35%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
43%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 67mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 11.26g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 451mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 11.073g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Croissant is lower in glycemic index (difference - 33)
Which food is cheaper?
Croissant is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Croissant is relatively richer in vitamins