Star anise vs. Jerky — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between star anise and jerky
- Star anise has more iron, manganese, copper, calcium, fiber, and vitamin B6; however, jerky has more vitamin B12 and folate.
- Daily need coverage for iron for star anise is 394% higher.
- Jerky has 32 times less calcium than star anise. Star anise has 646mg of calcium, while jerky has 20mg.
- Star anise is lower in saturated fat.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index than jerky.
Food types used in this article are Spices, anise seed and Snacks, beef jerky, chopped and formed.
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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 | +233.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3130% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +141.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +581.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +300.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1972.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +53% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +114% |
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 | +120.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +104.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +76.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +389% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +263.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1240% |
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:
33.2 g
Fats:
25.6 g
Carbs:
11 g
Water:
23.36 g
Other:
6.84 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +354.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +88.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +61% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +144.9% |
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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
10.85 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.305 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.011 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -94.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +211.6% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +15.6% |
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 | 5.42mg | 394% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 0.111mg | 95% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 2081mg | 90% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.227mg | 76% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 20mg | 63% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 1.8g | 51% |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 10.85g | 47% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.99µg | 41% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.179mg | 36% |
| Folate | 10µg | 134µg | 31% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 33.2g | 31% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 51mg | 28% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 8.11mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 597mg | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Choline | 109.1mg | 20% | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 48mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.154mg | 16% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 25.6g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 1.011g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 0.163mg | 13% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 11g | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.142mg | 11% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 10.7µg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 1.732mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 407mg | 5% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 11.305g | 4% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 410kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.49mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.3µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 11IU | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 9.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9g | 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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 48mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 2065mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 10.264g)
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 lower in glycemic index?
Jerky 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.