Star Anise has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Iron.
The food contains 39g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 18.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is low.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 19 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 37, for Star Anise, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 48% | |
Calories from Carbs | 35% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 780 IU | 15.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1 mg | 1.7% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin K | 0 mcg | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 670 mg | 67% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 19 mg | 105.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 0 mg | |||
Phosphorus | 0 mg | |||
Potassium | 0 mg | |||
Sodium | 13 mg | 0.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0 mg | |||
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 0 mcg | |||
Fluoride | 0 mcg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 39 g | 13% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 18.9 g | 37.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 23.9 g | 36.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g | |||
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 0 mg | |||
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 470 Calories from Fat 215
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23.9 g 36.8%
Saturated Fat 0 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 13 mg 0.5%
Total Carbohydrates 39 g 13%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 18.9 g 37.8%
Vitamin A 15.6% Vitamin C 1.7%
Calcium 67% Iron 105.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 4
Protein 0 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 0.36 g
Per 100g | Calories 276
Protein 22.4 g | Carbs 51.7 g | Fat 4.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 271
Protein 12.7 g | Carbs 60.6 g | Fat 7 g
Per 100g | Calories 362
Protein 8.7 g | Carbs 74.7 g | Fat 2 g