Star anise vs. Mixed nuts — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are star anise and mixed nuts different?
- Star anise is higher in iron, calcium, fiber, potassium, vitamin B6, and vitamin C; however, mixed nuts are richer in selenium, vitamin B3, and folate.
- Daily need coverage for iron for star anise is 429% higher.
- Star anise contains 42 times more vitamin C than mixed nuts. While star anise contains 21mg of vitamin C, mixed nuts contain only 0.5mg.
- Star anise has less saturated fat.
- Mixed nuts have a lower glycemic index (24) than star anise (89).
Spices, anise seed and Nuts, mixed nuts, oil roasted, with peanuts, without salt added are the varieties used in this article.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +452.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +128% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1316.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +57.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +12.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +34.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -68.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +578% |
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 | +4100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +79.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +48% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +84.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +151.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +43% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +730% |
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:
20.04 g
Fats:
53.95 g
Carbs:
21.05 g
Water:
2.08 g
Other:
2.88 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +137.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +358.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +141% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +13.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +239.3% |
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
8.711 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
28.488 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
14.612 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.3% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +191.3% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +363.9% |
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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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 36.96mg | 2.61mg | 429% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 14.612g | 76% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 53.95g | 59% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 117mg | 53% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 33.9µg | 53% |
| Vitamin E | 7.82mg | 52% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 28.488g | 47% |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 8.711g | 37% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 7g | 30% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 7.709mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 632mg | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 0.5mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.352mg | 23% |
| Folate | 10µg | 83µg | 18% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 3.36mg | 18% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 607kcal | 14% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 229mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.189mg | 13% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 2.04mg | 11% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 21.05g | 10% |
| Choline | 52mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.196mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 1.14mg | 7% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 20.04g | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 5.7µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 456mg | 2% |
| Starch | 4.2g | 2% | |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 14.05g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.15g | N/A | |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.907mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.055g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.22mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.703mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.826mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.656mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.782mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.283mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.182mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.001mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.572mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.005g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.082g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.013g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 14.455g | 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 Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.15g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.125g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Mixed nuts contains less Sodium (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mixed nuts is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.