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Star Anise - Nutrition Facts and detailed Analysis
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Star Anise

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.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat48%
 Calories from Carbs35%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Iron
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A780 IU15.6%Top 10%Very High
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C1 mg1.7%Top 30%High
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0 mg
Vitamin K0 mcg
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium670 mg67%Top 10%Very High
Iron19 mg105.6%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium0 mg
Phosphorus0 mg
Potassium0 mg
Sodium13 mg0.5%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg
Fluoride0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate39 g13%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.9 g37.8%Top 30%High

Fat Analysis

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water0 g
Ash0 g
Caffeine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

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

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