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Vermicelli vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between vermicelli and star anise?

  • Vermicelli is richer in copper and selenium, yet star anise is richer in iron, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B6, fiber, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin B1.
  • Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 439% higher.
  • Vermicelli has 5 times more selenium than star anise. Vermicelli has 27µg of selenium, while star anise has 5µg.
  • Vermicelli has a lower glycemic index than star anise.

We used Vermicelli, made from soy and Spices, anise seed 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 1.4% 17% 0.26% 68% 639% 116% 8.6% 0.52% 0% 147%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 121% 194% 127% 1386% 303% 145% 189% 2.1% 300% 27%
Contains more CopperCopper +110.5%
Contains less SodiumSodium -75%
Contains more SeleniumSelenium +440%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +8400%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +1074.5%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +47933.3%
Contains more IronIron +1942%
Contains more ZincZinc +25%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +2100%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 0.67% 10% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 9.5% 0% 97%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 70% 5.3% 0% 0% 85% 67% 57% 48% 150% 0% 0% 7.5% 0%
Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E +∞%
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K +∞%
Contains more CholineCholine +∞%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +700%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +∞%
Contains more FolateFolate +∞%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
82% 12% 6%
Protein: 0.1 g
Fats: 0.1 g
Carbs: 82.32 g
Water: 11.9 g
Other: 5.58 g
18% 16% 50% 10% 7%
Protein: 17.6 g
Fats: 15.9 g
Carbs: 50.02 g
Water: 9.54 g
Other: 6.94 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +64.6%
Contains more WaterWater +24.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +17500%
Contains more FatsFats +15800%
Contains more OtherOther +24.4%

Fat Type Comparison

Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
21% 19% 60%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.014 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 0.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 0.041 g
4% 72% 23%
Saturated fat: Sat. Fat 0.586 g
Monounsaturated fat: Mono. Fat 9.78 g
Polyunsaturated fat: Poly. Fat 3.15 g
Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat -97.6%
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat +75130.8%
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat +7582.9%

Comparison summary table

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

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Vermicelli Star anise DV% diff.
Iron 1.81mg 36.96mg 439%
Copper 1.916mg 0.91mg 112%
Manganese 2.3mg 100%
Phosphorus 20mg 440mg 60%
Calcium 55mg 646mg 59%
Vitamin B6 0mg 0.65mg 50%
Fiber 3.9g 14.6g 43%
Potassium 3mg 1441mg 42%
Selenium 27µg 5µg 40%
Magnesium 2mg 170mg 40%
Protein 0.1g 17.6g 35%
Choline 177mg 32%
Vitamin B1 0mg 0.34mg 28%
Fats 0.1g 15.9g 24%
Monounsaturated fat 0.013g 9.78g 24%
Vitamin C 0mg 21mg 23%
Vitamin B2 0mg 0.29mg 22%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.041g 3.15g 21%
Vitamin B3 0mg 3.06mg 19%
Vitamin B5 0.797mg 16%
Carbs 82.32g 50.02g 11%
Zinc 4.24mg 5.3mg 10%
Vitamin E 0.51mg 3%
Saturated fat 0.014g 0.586g 3%
Vitamin K 3.8µg 3%
Folate 0µg 10µg 3%
Vitamin A 2µg 16µg 2%
Sodium 4mg 16mg 1%
Calories 331kcal 337kcal 0%
Net carbs 78.42g 35.42g N/A
Sugar 17.44g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Vermicelli Star anise
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs 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
9%
Vermicelli
38%
Star anise
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
100%
Vermicelli
279%
Star anise

Comparison summary

Which food contains less Sodium?
Vermicelli
Vermicelli contains less Sodium (difference - 12mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Vermicelli
Vermicelli is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.572g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Vermicelli
Vermicelli is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is cheaper?
Vermicelli
Vermicelli is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Star anise
Star anise is lower in Sugar (difference - 17.44g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Star anise
Star anise is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Star anise
Star anise is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)

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. Vermicelli - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169884/nutrients
  2. Star anise - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/171316/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.