Star anise vs. Yolk — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between star anise and yolk?
- Star anise is higher in iron, manganese, copper, fiber, and calcium, yet yolk is higher in selenium, vitamin B12, and vitamin B5.
- Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 428% more.
- The amount of saturated fat in star anise is lower.
- The glycemic index of yolk is lower.
We used Spices, anise seed and Egg, yolk, raw, fresh 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 | +3300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +400.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +1222% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1253.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1081.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +130.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +12.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +4081.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +1020% |
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 | +93.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +12650% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +85.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +2281.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +82.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +275.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1360% |
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:
15.86 g
Fats:
26.54 g
Carbs:
3.59 g
Water:
52.31 g
Other:
1.7 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1293.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +308.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +66.9% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +448.3% |
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Protein
~15.86g
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
9.551 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
11.738 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.204 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -93.9% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +20% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +33.5% |
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 price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 36.96mg | 2.73mg | 428% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 1085mg | 362% |
| Choline | 820.2mg | 149% | |
| Manganese | 2.3mg | 0.055mg | 98% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 56µg | 93% |
| Copper | 0.91mg | 0.077mg | 93% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.95µg | 81% |
| Fiber | 14.6g | 0g | 58% |
| Calcium | 646mg | 129mg | 52% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.797mg | 2.99mg | 44% |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 9.551g | 41% |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 381µg | 41% |
| Magnesium | 170mg | 5mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 1441mg | 109mg | 39% |
| Folate | 10µg | 146µg | 34% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 5.4µg | 27% |
| Zinc | 5.3mg | 2.3mg | 27% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 218IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 0mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.65mg | 0.35mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 0.024mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.29mg | 0.528mg | 18% |
| Vitamin E | 2.58mg | 17% | |
| Fats | 15.9g | 26.54g | 16% |
| Carbs | 50.02g | 3.59g | 15% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.34mg | 0.176mg | 14% |
| Phosphorus | 440mg | 390mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 4.204g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 11.738g | 5% |
| Protein | 17.6g | 15.86g | 3% |
| Calories | 337kcal | 322kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 16mg | 48mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 35.42g | 3.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.56g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.177mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.687mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.866mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.399mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.217mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.378mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.681mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.949mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.416mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.07g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.011g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.114g | 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%
114%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
279%
73%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Yolk is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is cheaper?
Yolk is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Yolk is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 1085mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.56g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 32mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 8.965g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals