Sugar substitute vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between sugar substitute and star anise
- Sugar substitute contains less iron, copper, manganese, phosphorus, fiber, vitamin B6, zinc, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin B1 than star anise.
- Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 460% higher.
- Sugar substitute has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of sugar substitute is 40, while the glycemic index of star anise is 89.
The food types used in this comparison are Sweeteners, sugar substitute, granulated, brown and Spices, anise seed.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +36.1% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +2733.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +3594.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +23000% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +12900% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +13150% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +5400% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +10354.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +2166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1833.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +896.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +4233.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.06 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
84.77 g
Water:
9.14 g
Other:
4.03 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +69.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +754.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +72.2% |
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Water
~9.54g
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 Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 0.16mg | 36.96mg | 460% |
| Copper | 0.007mg | 0.91mg | 100% |
| Manganese | 0.022mg | 2.3mg | 99% |
| Phosphorus | 8mg | 440mg | 62% |
| Fiber | 0.6g | 14.6g | 56% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.015mg | 0.65mg | 49% |
| Zinc | 0.04mg | 5.3mg | 48% |
| Potassium | 39mg | 1441mg | 41% |
| Magnesium | 6mg | 170mg | 39% |
| Protein | 2.06g | 17.6g | 31% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.34mg | 27% |
| Fats | 0g | 15.9g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 9.78g | 24% | |
| Sodium | 572mg | 16mg | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 879mg | 646mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.29mg | 21% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.15g | 21% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.06mg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.08mg | 0.797mg | 14% |
| Carbs | 84.77g | 50.02g | 12% |
| Selenium | 5µg | 9% | |
| Folate | 10µg | 3% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.586g | 3% | |
| Vitamin A | 16µg | 2% | |
| Calories | 347kcal | 337kcal | 1% |
| Starch | 3.52g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 84.17g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Sugar | 4.03g | 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
1%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Sugar substitute is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Sugar substitute is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Sugar substitute is lower in glycemic index (difference - 49)
Which food is cheaper?
Sugar substitute is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 556mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Star anise is relatively richer in vitamins