Star anise vs. Falafel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
Significant differences between star anise and falafel
- The amount of iron, copper, manganese, calcium, vitamin B6, phosphorus, zinc, potassium, vitamin C, and magnesium in star anise is higher than in falafel.
- Star anise covers your daily iron needs 419% more than falafel.
- Falafel has 13 times less vitamin C than star anise. Star anise has 21mg of vitamin C, while falafel has 1.6mg.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of star anise is 89, while the glycemic index of falafel is 33.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Spices, anise seed and Falafel, home-prepared.
Infographic
Infographic link
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 | +107.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +1096.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +146.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +980.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +252.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +253.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +129.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +232.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +400% |
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 | +1212.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +132.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +74.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +193.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +172.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +420% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +830% |
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:
13.31 g
Fats:
17.8 g
Carbs:
31.84 g
Water:
34.62 g
Other:
2.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +32.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +57.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +185.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +11.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +262.9% |
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
2.383 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.171 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.16 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -75.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +32.1% |
~equal in
Monounsaturated fat
~10.171g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
 |
 |
||
| Lower in Sodium |
|
||
| Lower in Saturated fat |
|
||
| Lower in price |
|
||
| Rich in minerals |
|
||
| Rich in vitamins |
|
||
| Lower in Glycemic Index |
|
||
| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
| Nutrient | |
|
DV% diff. |
| Iron | 36.96mg | 3.42mg | 419% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.258mg | 72% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 0.691mg | 70% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 54mg | 59% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 58% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.125mg | 40% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 1.5mg | 35% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 192mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 585mg | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 1.6mg | 22% |
| Folate | 10µg | 93µg | 21% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 82mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.146mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 1.044mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 294mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.166mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 0.292mg | 10% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 13.31g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 2.383g | 8% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 1µg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 4.16g | 7% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 31.84g | 6% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 17.8g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 1µg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 10.171g | 1% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 333kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 31.84g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.134mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.492mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.567mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.944mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.856mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.187mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.707mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.562mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.364mg | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
is better in case of low diet
|
|
|
| Low Calories diet |
|
|
| Low Fats diet |
|
|
| Low Carbs diet |
|
|
| Low Glycemic Index diet |
|
People also compare
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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
60%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 278mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.797g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $2)
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?
Falafel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
?
The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
?
The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)