Tuna salad vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between tuna salad and star anise
- Tuna salad has more selenium and vitamin B12; however, star anise is richer in iron, manganese, copper, calcium, fiber, vitamin B6, zinc, and phosphorus.
- Star anise covers your daily iron needs 450% more than tuna salad.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fish, tuna salad 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 SeleniumSelenium | +724% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +794.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +3700% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +709.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +3596% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +527.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +846.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +147.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +5650% |
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 AVitamin A | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +119% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +854.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +996.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +314.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +206.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +702.5% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +25% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.04 g
Fats:
9.26 g
Carbs:
9.41 g
Water:
63.16 g
Other:
2.13 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +562.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +71.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +431.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +225.8% |
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Protein
~17.6g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.544 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
2.887 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.122 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.15 g
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +30.9% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +238.8% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 1mg | 36.96mg | 450% |
| Manganese | 0.04mg | 2.3mg | 98% |
| Copper | 0.145mg | 0.91mg | 85% |
| Selenium | 41.2µg | 5µg | 66% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 646mg | 63% |
| Fiber | 0g | 14.6g | 58% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2µg | 0µg | 50% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.081mg | 0.65mg | 44% |
| Zinc | 0.56mg | 5.3mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 178mg | 1441mg | 37% |
| Phosphorus | 178mg | 440mg | 37% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 170mg | 36% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.031mg | 0.34mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.7mg | 3.06mg | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 21mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.07mg | 0.29mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 402mg | 16mg | 17% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.887g | 9.78g | 17% |
| Carbs | 9.41g | 50.02g | 14% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.26mg | 0.797mg | 11% |
| Fats | 9.26g | 15.9g | 10% |
| Calories | 187kcal | 337kcal | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.122g | 3.15g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.544g | 0.586g | 4% |
| Protein | 16.04g | 17.6g | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 24µg | 16µg | 1% |
| Folate | 8µg | 10µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 9.41g | 35.42g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.18mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.701mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.739mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.293mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 1.457mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.47mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.626mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.824mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.467mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.014g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.055g | 0g | 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
27%
38%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
49%
279%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tuna salad is lower in glycemic index (difference - 89)
Which food is cheaper?
Tuna salad is cheaper (difference - $2)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Star anise is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 386mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Star anise is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.958g)
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
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)