Star anise vs. Swiss cheese — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between star anise and Swiss cheese
- Star anise has more iron, manganese, copper, fiber, vitamin B6, potassium, and magnesium; however, Swiss cheese is richer in vitamin B12 and selenium.
- Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 460% more.
- Star anise contains less saturated fat.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of star anise is 89, while the glycemic index of Swiss cheese is 27.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Spices, anise seed and Cheese, swiss.
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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 | +415.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1901.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +28330.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1836.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +21.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -91.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +8746.2% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +37.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +500% |
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 | +2990.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4681.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +125.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +815.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1700% |
| 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:
26.96 g
Fats:
30.99 g
Carbs:
1.44 g
Water:
37.63 g
Other:
2.98 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +3373.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +132.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +53.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +94.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +294.4% |
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
18.227 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.046 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.341 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -96.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +21.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +134.9% |
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 |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 36.96mg | 0.13mg | 460% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 3.06µg | 128% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 0.026mg | 99% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.047mg | 96% |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 18.227g | 80% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 0g | 58% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 30µg | 45% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.071mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 72mg | 40% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 33mg | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 93mg | 31% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 288µg | 30% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.011mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 890mg | 24% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 30.99g | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 0.064mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 574mg | 19% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 26.96g | 19% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 1.44g | 16% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 1.341g | 12% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 0.353mg | 9% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 4.37mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 187mg | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 8.046g | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.6mg | 4% | |
| Choline | 15.5mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 337kcal | 393kcal | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.302mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 1.44g | N/A |
| Trans fat | 0.987g | N/A | |
| Folate | 10µg | 10µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.401mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.038mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.537mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.959mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.585mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.784mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.662mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 2.139mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 1.065mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.125g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.018g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.032g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.007g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.734g | N/A |
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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%
48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Swiss cheese is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 93mg)
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 - 171mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 17.641g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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