Star anise vs. Taro — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between star anise and taro
- The amount of iron, manganese, copper, calcium, phosphorus, zinc, fiber, magnesium, vitamin B6, and potassium in star anise is higher than in taro.
- Star anise covers your daily iron needs 455% more than taro.
- Taro has 23 times less zinc than star anise. Star anise has 5.3mg of zinc, while taro has 0.23mg.
- Star anise has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of star anise is 89, while the glycemic index of taro is 54.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Spices, anise seed and Taro, raw.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +1402.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +143.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +6620% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +429.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2204.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +423.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +500.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +614.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -31.3% |
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 | +366.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +257.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1060% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +410% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +163% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +129.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +120% |
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:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
26.46 g
Water:
70.64 g
Other:
1.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1073.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7850% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +89% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +478.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +640.5% |
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
0.041 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.016 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.083 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +61025% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3695.2% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 36.96mg | 0.55mg | 455% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 0.383mg | 83% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.172mg | 82% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 43mg | 60% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 84mg | 51% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 0.23mg | 46% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 4.1g | 42% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 33mg | 33% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 1.5g | 32% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.283mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 591mg | 25% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 0.2g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 0.016g | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 0.083g | 20% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.025mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.095mg | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 4.5mg | 18% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 0.6mg | 15% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 112kcal | 11% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 0.303mg | 10% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 0.7µg | 8% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 26.46g | 8% |
| Folate | 10µg | 22µg | 3% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 0.041g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 4µg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 22.36g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.069mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 0% |
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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%
17%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
26%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Taro contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Taro is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.545g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taro is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is cheaper?
Taro is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.4g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
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.