Sun-dried tomato vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between sun-dried tomato and saffron
- Sun-dried tomato has more vitamin C, copper, vitamin A, and vitamin B3; however, saffron is higher in manganese, iron, vitamin B6, magnesium, folate, and phosphorus.
- Saffron covers your daily need for manganese, 1215% more than sun-dried tomato.
- Sun-dried tomato has 2 times more vitamin B3 than saffron. While sun-dried tomato has 3.63mg of vitamin B3, saffron has only 1.46mg.
- The glycemic index of saffron is higher.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Tomatoes, sun-dried, packed in oil, drained and Spices, saffron.
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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 CopperCopper | +44.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +225.9% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +136.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +10.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +314.2% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +39.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +81.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -44.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5996.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +86.7% |
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 | +26% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +137% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +67.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +43.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +148.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +216.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +304.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.06 g
Fats:
14.08 g
Carbs:
23.33 g
Water:
53.83 g
Other:
3.7 g
Protein:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +140.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +352.4% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +125.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +180.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +47.3% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.893 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.663 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.06 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.429 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.067 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +1919.3% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -16.2% |
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Polyunsaturated fat
~2.067g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 0.466mg | 28.408mg | 1215% |
| Iron | 2.68mg | 11.1mg | 105% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.319mg | 1.01mg | 53% |
| Magnesium | 81mg | 264mg | 44% |
| Vitamin C | 101.8mg | 80.8mg | 23% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.663g | 0.429g | 21% |
| Folate | 23µg | 93µg | 18% |
| Copper | 0.473mg | 0.328mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 139mg | 252mg | 16% |
| Carbs | 23.33g | 65.37g | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.63mg | 1.46mg | 14% |
| Fats | 14.08g | 5.85g | 13% |
| Protein | 5.06g | 11.43g | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.479mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.383mg | 0.267mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 5.8g | 3.9g | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.193mg | 0.115mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 111mg | 6% |
| Calories | 213kcal | 310kcal | 5% |
| Selenium | 3µg | 5.6µg | 5% |
| Sodium | 266mg | 148mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 1565mg | 1724mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 64µg | 27µg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.78mg | 1.09mg | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.893g | 1.586g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 17.53g | 61.47g | N/A |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.06g | 2.067g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.128mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.121mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.185mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.186mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.131mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.13mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 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
53%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
66%
479%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sun-dried tomato is lower in glycemic index (difference - 40)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Sun-dried tomato is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Saffron contains less Sodium (difference - 118mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Saffron is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.307g)
Which food is cheaper?
Saffron is cheaper (difference - $0.2)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron 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 contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)