Star anise vs. Marjoram — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between star anise and marjoram
- Star anise has less iron, vitamin A, manganese, calcium, fiber, folate, magnesium, vitamin B6, vitamin C, and copper.
- Marjoram covers your daily iron needs 572% more than star anise.
Food varieties used in this article are Spices, anise seed and Spices, marjoram, dried.
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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 ZincZinc | +47.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +43.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -79.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +103.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +208% |
| Contains more IronIron | +123.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +24.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +136.2% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +17.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +144.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2418.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +34.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +83.1% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +2640% |
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:
12.66 g
Fats:
7.04 g
Carbs:
60.56 g
Water:
7.64 g
Other:
12.1 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +39% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +125.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +24.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +21.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +74.4% |
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
0.529 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.94 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.405 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +940.4% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +39.8% |
~equal in
Saturated fat
~0.529g
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 | 82.71mg | 572% |
| Vitamin K | 621.7µg | 518% | |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 5.433mg | 136% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 1990mg | 134% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 40.3g | 103% |
| Folate | 10µg | 274µg | 66% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 403µg | 43% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 1.19mg | 42% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 346mg | 42% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 51.4mg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 1.133mg | 25% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 0.94g | 22% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 306mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 16% | |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 3.6mg | 15% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 7.04g | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 1.69mg | 11% | |
| Protein | 17.6g | 12.66g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 4.405g | 8% |
| Choline | 43.6mg | 8% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 4.12mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.289mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 60.56g | 4% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 271kcal | 3% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 77mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.316mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 1522mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 4.5µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 20.26g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.09g | N/A | |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 0.529g | 0% |
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%
202%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
543%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.09g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 61mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Marjoram is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.057g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Marjoram is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is cheaper?
Marjoram is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Marjoram is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Marjoram is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)