Star anise vs. Yeast — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between star anise and yeast?
- Star anise is higher in iron, manganese, calcium, and copper, yet yeast is higher in vitamin B1, folate, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, vitamin B3, and vitamin B6.
- Yeast's daily need coverage for vitamin B1 is 887% more.
- Star anise has 22 times more calcium than yeast. While star anise has 646mg of calcium, yeast has only 30mg.
We used Spices, anise seed and Leavening agents, yeast, baker's, active dry 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 | +214.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2053.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +50.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1603.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +108.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -68.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +637.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +49.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +44.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +58% |
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 | +6900% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3132.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1279.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1213.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1593.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +130.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +23300% |
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:
40.44 g
Fats:
7.61 g
Carbs:
41.22 g
Water:
5.08 g
Other:
5.65 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +108.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +21.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +87.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +22.8% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +129.8% |
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
1.001 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
4.309 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.017 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -41.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +127% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +18429.4% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 10.99mg | 888% |
| Folate | 10µg | 2340µg | 583% |
| Iron | 36.96mg | 2.17mg | 435% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 4mg | 285% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 13.5mg | 254% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 40.2mg | 232% |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 0.312mg | 86% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 1.5mg | 65% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 30mg | 62% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.436mg | 53% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 26.9g | 49% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 40.44g | 46% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 637mg | 28% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 54mg | 28% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 7.94mg | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 0.3mg | 23% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 0.017g | 21% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 955mg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 4.309g | 14% |
| Fats | 15.9g | 7.61g | 13% |
| Choline | 32mg | 6% | |
| Selenium | 5µg | 7.9µg | 5% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 41.22g | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.07µg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 1.001g | 2% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 51mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 0µg | 2% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 325kcal | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 14.32g | N/A |
| Vitamin K | 0.4µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.54mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.99mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.89mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.92mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 3.28mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.59mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.75mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 2.31mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.91mg | 0% |
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%
566%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
94%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yeast is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is cheaper?
Yeast is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Yeast is relatively richer in vitamins
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 - 35mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.415g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.