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Star anise vs. Turmeric — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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A recap on differences between Star anise and Turmeric

  • Star anise has more Calcium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B1, Vitamin C, and Phosphorus, however, Turmeric is higher in Manganese, Iron, Copper, Fiber, and Potassium.
  • Turmeric covers your daily Manganese needs 761% more than Star anise.
  • Turmeric contains 30 times less Vitamin C than Star anise. Star anise contains 21mg of Vitamin C, while Turmeric contains 0.7mg.

Food varieties used in this article are Spices, anise seed and Spices, turmeric, ground.

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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 Calcium +284.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +47.2%
Contains less Sodium -40.7%
Contains more Zinc +17.8%
Contains more Iron +48.8%
Contains more Magnesium +22.4%
Contains more Potassium +44.3%
Contains more Copper +42.9%
Contains more Manganese +760.9%
Contains more Selenium +24%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 194% 1386% 122% 189% 128% 3% 145% 304% 300% 28%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 51% 2063% 149% 129% 184% 4% 123% 434% 2583% 34%
Contains more Calcium +284.5%
Contains more Phosphorus +47.2%
Contains less Sodium -40.7%
Contains more Zinc +17.8%
Contains more Iron +48.8%
Contains more Magnesium +22.4%
Contains more Potassium +44.3%
Contains more Copper +42.9%
Contains more Manganese +760.9%
Contains more Selenium +24%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +2900%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +486.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +93.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +126.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +47%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +507.5%
Contains more Folate +100%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 19% 0% 0% 70% 86% 67% 58% 48% 150% 8% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 89% 0% 3% 15% 35% 26% 33% 25% 15% 0% 34%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +2900%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +486.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +93.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +126.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +47%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +507.5%
Contains more Folate +100%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +81.8%
Contains more Fats +389.2%
Contains more Carbs +34.2%
Contains more Water +34.7%
Equal in Other - 7.08
18% 16% 50% 10% 7%
Protein: 17.6 g
Fats: 15.9 g
Carbs: 50.02 g
Water: 9.54 g
Other: 6.94 g
10% 3% 67% 13% 7%
Protein: 9.68 g
Fats: 3.25 g
Carbs: 67.14 g
Water: 12.85 g
Other: 7.08 g
Contains more Protein +81.8%
Contains more Fats +389.2%
Contains more Carbs +34.2%
Contains more Water +34.7%
Equal in Other - 7.08

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -68.1%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +2078.2%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +316.7%
4% 72% 23%
Saturated Fat: 0.586 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 3.15 g
60% 15% 25%
Saturated Fat: 1.838 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.449 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.756 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -68.1%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +2078.2%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +316.7%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Star anise Turmeric
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Star anise Turmeric Opinion
Net carbs 35.42g 44.44g Turmeric
Protein 17.6g 9.68g Star anise
Fats 15.9g 3.25g Star anise
Carbs 50.02g 67.14g Turmeric
Calories 337kcal 312kcal Star anise
Fructose 0.45g Turmeric
Sugar 3.21g Star anise
Fiber 14.6g 22.7g Turmeric
Calcium 646mg 168mg Star anise
Iron 36.96mg 55mg Turmeric
Magnesium 170mg 208mg Turmeric
Phosphorus 440mg 299mg Star anise
Potassium 1441mg 2080mg Turmeric
Sodium 16mg 27mg Star anise
Zinc 5.3mg 4.5mg Star anise
Copper 0.91mg 1.3mg Turmeric
Manganese 2.3mg 19.8mg Turmeric
Selenium 5µg 6.2µg Turmeric
Vitamin A 311IU 0IU Star anise
Vitamin A RAE 16µg 0µg Star anise
Vitamin E 4.43mg Turmeric
Vitamin C 21mg 0.7mg Star anise
Vitamin B1 0.34mg 0.058mg Star anise
Vitamin B2 0.29mg 0.15mg Star anise
Vitamin B3 3.06mg 1.35mg Star anise
Vitamin B5 0.797mg 0.542mg Star anise
Vitamin B6 0.65mg 0.107mg Star anise
Folate 10µg 20µg Turmeric
Vitamin K 13.4µg Turmeric
Tryptophan 0.17mg Turmeric
Threonine 0.33mg Turmeric
Isoleucine 0.47mg Turmeric
Leucine 0.81mg Turmeric
Lysine 0.38mg Turmeric
Methionine 0.14mg Turmeric
Phenylalanine 0.53mg Turmeric
Valine 0.66mg Turmeric
Histidine 0.15mg Turmeric
Trans Fat 0.056g Star anise
Saturated Fat 0.586g 1.838g Star anise
Monounsaturated Fat 9.78g 0.449g Star anise
Polyunsaturated fat 3.15g 0.756g Star anise
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.081g Turmeric
Omega-3 - ALA 0.003g Turmeric

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Star anise Turmeric
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
42%
Star anise
23%
Turmeric
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
Star anise
575%
Turmeric

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Turmeric
Turmeric is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turmeric
Turmeric is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.21g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 11mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.252g)
Which food is cheaper?
Star anise
Star anise is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Star anise
Star anise is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Star anise - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171316/nutrients
  2. Turmeric - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172231/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.