Nutritional Efficiency Report
Star Anise is a very low-calorie food with elite-protein content. At 26 kcal per 100g, it delivers 63g of protein — representing 969% of its total caloric load. Carbohydrates account for 246% and fats for 69% of calories.
At 16g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.
With only 26 kcal per 100g, Star Anise is a high-volume food — you can consume a large serving while keeping total caloric intake controlled. This makes it particularly effective for hunger management in deficit phases.
Protocol Compatibility
Ketosis Impact
At 16g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.
Thermic Effect (TEF)
Protein content of 63g per 100g triggers a significant Thermic Effect of Food. The body expends approximately 20–30% of protein calories during digestion, yielding a net caloric benefit compared to equivalent fat or carbohydrate sources.