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Turmeric vs. Rosemary — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between Turmeric and Rosemary?

  • Turmeric is richer in Manganese, Iron, Copper, Potassium, Fiber, Phosphorus, Zinc, and Magnesium, yet Rosemary is richer in Vitamin C, and Folate.
  • Turmeric's daily need coverage for Manganese is 819% higher.
  • Turmeric has 8 times more Iron than Rosemary. Turmeric has 55mg of Iron, while Rosemary has 6.65mg.

We used Spices, turmeric, ground and Rosemary, fresh types in this comparison.

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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 Iron +727.1%
Contains more Magnesium +128.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +353%
Contains more Potassium +211.4%
Contains more Zinc +383.9%
Contains more Copper +331.9%
Contains more Manganese +1962.5%
Contains more Calcium +88.7%
Equal in Sodium - 26
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 51% 2063% 149% 129% 184% 4% 123% 434% 2583% 34%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 96% 250% 65% 29% 59% 4% 26% 101% 126% 0%
Contains more Iron +727.1%
Contains more Magnesium +128.6%
Contains more Phosphorus +353%
Contains more Potassium +211.4%
Contains more Zinc +383.9%
Contains more Copper +331.9%
Contains more Manganese +1962.5%
Contains more Calcium +88.7%
Equal in Sodium - 26

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.
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Contains more Vitamin B1 +61.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +48%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +3014.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +48.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +214%
Contains more Folate +445%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.152
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 89% 0% 3% 15% 35% 26% 33% 25% 15% 0% 34%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 176% 0% 0% 73% 9% 36% 18% 49% 78% 82% 0% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +61.1%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +48%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +3014.3%
Contains more Vitamin B5 +48.3%
Contains more Vitamin B6 +214%
Contains more Folate +445%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.152

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Protein +192.4%
Contains more Carbs +224.3%
Contains more Other +200%
Contains more Fats +80.3%
Contains more Water +427.4%
10% 3% 67% 13% 7%
Protein: 9.68 g
Fats: 3.25 g
Carbs: 67.14 g
Water: 12.85 g
Other: 7.08 g
3% 6% 21% 68% 2%
Protein: 3.31 g
Fats: 5.86 g
Carbs: 20.7 g
Water: 67.77 g
Other: 2.36 g
Contains more Protein +192.4%
Contains more Carbs +224.3%
Contains more Other +200%
Contains more Fats +80.3%
Contains more Water +427.4%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains less Saturated Fat -35.2%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +158.4%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +19.2%
60% 15% 25%
Saturated Fat: 1.838 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 0.449 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.756 g
58% 24% 18%
Saturated Fat: 2.838 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 1.16 g
Polyunsaturated fat: 0.901 g
Contains less Saturated Fat -35.2%
Contains more Monounsaturated Fat +158.4%
Contains more Polyunsaturated fat +19.2%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Turmeric Rosemary
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Turmeric Rosemary Opinion
Net carbs 44.44g 6.6g Turmeric
Protein 9.68g 3.31g Turmeric
Fats 3.25g 5.86g Rosemary
Carbs 67.14g 20.7g Turmeric
Calories 312kcal 131kcal Turmeric
Fructose 0.45g Turmeric
Sugar 3.21g Rosemary
Fiber 22.7g 14.1g Turmeric
Calcium 168mg 317mg Rosemary
Iron 55mg 6.65mg Turmeric
Magnesium 208mg 91mg Turmeric
Phosphorus 299mg 66mg Turmeric
Potassium 2080mg 668mg Turmeric
Sodium 27mg 26mg Rosemary
Zinc 4.5mg 0.93mg Turmeric
Copper 1.3mg 0.301mg Turmeric
Manganese 19.8mg 0.96mg Turmeric
Selenium 6.2µg Turmeric
Vitamin A 0IU 2924IU Rosemary
Vitamin A RAE 0µg 146µg Rosemary
Vitamin E 4.43mg Turmeric
Vitamin C 0.7mg 21.8mg Rosemary
Vitamin B1 0.058mg 0.036mg Turmeric
Vitamin B2 0.15mg 0.152mg Rosemary
Vitamin B3 1.35mg 0.912mg Turmeric
Vitamin B5 0.542mg 0.804mg Rosemary
Vitamin B6 0.107mg 0.336mg Rosemary
Folate 20µg 109µg Rosemary
Vitamin K 13.4µg Turmeric
Tryptophan 0.17mg 0.051mg Turmeric
Threonine 0.33mg 0.136mg Turmeric
Isoleucine 0.47mg 0.136mg Turmeric
Leucine 0.81mg 0.249mg Turmeric
Lysine 0.38mg 0.143mg Turmeric
Methionine 0.14mg 0.047mg Turmeric
Phenylalanine 0.53mg 0.169mg Turmeric
Valine 0.66mg 0.165mg Turmeric
Histidine 0.15mg 0.066mg Turmeric
Trans Fat 0.056g 0g Rosemary
Saturated Fat 1.838g 2.838g Turmeric
Monounsaturated Fat 0.449g 1.16g Rosemary
Polyunsaturated fat 0.756g 0.901g Rosemary
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.081g Turmeric
Omega-3 - ALA 0.003g Turmeric

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Turmeric Rosemary
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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
23%
Turmeric
43%
Rosemary
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
575%
Turmeric
75%
Rosemary

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Turmeric
Turmeric is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turmeric
Turmeric is lower in glycemic index (difference - 70)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turmeric
Turmeric is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Rosemary
Rosemary is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.21g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rosemary
Rosemary contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Rosemary
Rosemary is cheaper (difference - $1)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Turmeric - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172231/nutrients
  2. Rosemary - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173473/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.