Winged bean vs. Star anise — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between winged bean and star anise
- Winged bean has more copper, while star anise has more iron, manganese, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B6, zinc, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin C.
- Star anise's daily need coverage for iron is 437% higher.
- Star anise contains 2 times less copper than winged bean. Winged bean contains 1.386mg of copper, while star anise contains 0.91mg.
- Winged bean has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of winged bean is 32, while the glycemic index of star anise is 89.
The food types used in this comparison are Winged bean tuber, raw 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 CopperCopper | +52.3% |
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +608.3% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2053.3% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +145.9% |
Contains more IronIron | +1748% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +281.3% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +877.8% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -54.3% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +332.3% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +614.3% |
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 | +11.5% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +90% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +94.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +86.6% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +587.1% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +766.7% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.6 g
Fats:
0.9 g
Carbs:
28.1 g
Water:
57.4 g
Other:
2 g
Protein:
17.6 g
Fats:
15.9 g
Carbs:
50.02 g
Water:
9.54 g
Other:
6.94 g
Contains more WaterWater | +501.7% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +51.7% |
Contains more FatsFats | +1666.7% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +78% |
Contains more OtherOther | +247% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.222 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.234 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.174 g
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 | -62.1% |
Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +4079.5% |
Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +1710.3% |
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 Saturated fat |
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Lower in Glycemic Index |
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Lower in price |
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Lower in Sodium |
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Rich in minerals |
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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Lower in Sugar | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Iron | 2mg | 36.96mg | 437% |
Manganese | 0.532mg | 2.3mg | 77% |
Calcium | 30mg | 646mg | 62% |
Fiber | 14.6g | 58% | |
Phosphorus | 45mg | 440mg | 56% |
Copper | 1.386mg | 0.91mg | 53% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.075mg | 0.65mg | 44% |
Zinc | 1.39mg | 5.3mg | 36% |
Magnesium | 24mg | 170mg | 35% |
Potassium | 586mg | 1441mg | 25% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.234g | 9.78g | 24% |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 21mg | 23% |
Fats | 0.9g | 15.9g | 23% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.174g | 3.15g | 20% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.116mg | 0.797mg | 14% |
Protein | 11.6g | 17.6g | 12% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.149mg | 0.29mg | 11% |
Calories | 148kcal | 337kcal | 9% |
Vitamin B3 | 1.64mg | 3.06mg | 9% |
Selenium | 0.7µg | 5µg | 8% |
Carbs | 28.1g | 50.02g | 7% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.379mg | 0.34mg | 3% |
Vitamin A | 0µg | 16µg | 2% |
Folate | 19µg | 10µg | 2% |
Saturated fat | 0.222g | 0.586g | 2% |
Sodium | 35mg | 16mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 28.1g | 35.42g | N/A |
Tryptophan | 0.252mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.451mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.425mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.64mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.592mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.143mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.451mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.599mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.241mg | 0% |
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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
15%

38%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
75%

279%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Winged bean is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.364g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Winged bean is lower in glycemic index (difference - 57)
Which food is cheaper?

Winged bean is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Star anise contains less Sodium (difference - 19mg)
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 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)