Star anise vs. Pomelo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between star anise and pomelo?
- Star anise is higher in iron, manganese, copper, calcium, phosphorus, fiber, zinc, vitamin B6, and magnesium, yet pomelo is higher in vitamin C.
- Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 461% more.
- Star anise has 162 times more calcium than pomelo. While star anise has 646mg of calcium, pomelo has only 4mg.
- The glycemic index of pomelo is lower.
We used Spices, anise seed and Pummelo, raw types 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +2733.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +16050% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +567.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +33500% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1795.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +6525% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2488.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +13429.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +900% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +974.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1290.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +1705.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +190.5% |
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:
0.76 g
Fats:
0.04 g
Carbs:
9.62 g
Water:
89.1 g
Other:
0.48 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2215.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +39650% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +420% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +1345.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +834% |
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 | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 36.96mg | 0.11mg | 461% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 0.017mg | 99% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.048mg | 96% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 4mg | 64% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 17mg | 60% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 1g | 54% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.036mg | 47% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 0.08mg | 47% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 61mg | 44% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 6mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 216mg | 36% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 0.76g | 34% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.034mg | 26% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 0.04g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 21% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.027mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 0.22mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 16% | |
| Calories | 337kcal | 38kcal | 15% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 9.62g | 13% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 9% | |
| Folate | 10µg | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 3% | |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 8.62g | 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%
18%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
6%
Comparison summary
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 contains less Sodium?
Pomelo contains less Sodium (difference - 15mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pomelo is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pomelo is lower in glycemic index (difference - 11)
Which food is cheaper?
Pomelo is cheaper (difference - $1.7)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)