Star anise vs. Sardine — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between star anise and sardine
- Star anise has more iron, manganese, copper, fiber, vitamin B6, and zinc; however, sardine is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, and vitamin D.
- Star anise covers your daily iron needs 426% more than sardine.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of star anise is 89, while the glycemic index of sardine is 0.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Spices, anise seed and Fish, sardine, Atlantic, canned in oil, drained solids with bone.
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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 | +335.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +69.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +263% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1165.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +389.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +304.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -94.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +2029.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +11.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +954% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +325% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +27.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +24.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +289.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +71.4% |
| 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:
24.62 g
Fats:
11.45 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
59.61 g
Other:
4.32 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +38.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +39.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +524.8% |
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
1.528 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.869 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
5.148 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -61.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +152.8% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +63.4% |
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 | 2.92mg | 426% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 8.94µg | 373% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 0.108mg | 95% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 52.7µg | 87% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.186mg | 80% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 0g | 58% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 142mg | 47% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.167mg | 37% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 1.31mg | 36% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 39mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 397mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 382mg | 26% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 4.8µg | 24% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 193IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.08mg | 22% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 0g | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 3.869g | 15% |
| Vitamin E | 2.04mg | 14% | |
| Protein | 17.6g | 24.62g | 14% |
| Choline | 75mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 5.245mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 307mg | 13% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 5.148g | 13% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 11.45g | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 490mg | 7% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 208kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.227mg | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 1.528g | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 0.642mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 32µg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 0g | N/A |
| Folate | 10µg | 10µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.276mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.079mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.134mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.001mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.26mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.729mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.961mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.268mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.725mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.473g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.509g | N/A |
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
38%
119%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
94%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 142mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 291mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.942g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sardine is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
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.