Prickly pear vs. Purple mangosteen — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Prickly pear and Purple mangosteen
- Prickly pear is richer in Magnesium, Vitamin C, Fiber, and Potassium, yet Purple mangosteen is richer in Folate.
- Daily need coverage for Magnesium from Prickly pear is 17% higher.
- Prickly pear contains 5 times more Vitamin C than Purple mangosteen. Prickly pear contains 14mg of Vitamin C, while Purple mangosteen contains 2.9mg.
Food types used in this article are Prickly pears, raw and Mangosteen, canned, syrup pack.
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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.
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Calcium
+366.7%
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Magnesium
+553.8%
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Phosphorus
+200%
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Potassium
+358.3%
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Sodium
-28.6%
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Copper
+15.9%
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Zinc
+75%
Equal in Iron - 0.3
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Calcium
+366.7%
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Magnesium
+553.8%
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Phosphorus
+200%
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Potassium
+358.3%
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Sodium
-28.6%
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Copper
+15.9%
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Zinc
+75%
Equal in Iron - 0.3
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.
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Vitamin A
+22.9%
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Vitamin C
+382.8%
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Vitamin B2
+11.1%
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Vitamin B3
+60.8%
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Vitamin B6
+233.3%
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Vitamin B1
+285.7%
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Folate
+416.7%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.054
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Vitamin A
+22.9%
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Vitamin C
+382.8%
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Vitamin B2
+11.1%
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Vitamin B3
+60.8%
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Vitamin B6
+233.3%
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Vitamin B1
+285.7%
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Folate
+416.7%
Equal in Vitamin B2 - 0.054
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+78%
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+925%
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Fats
+13.7%
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Carbs
+87.1%
Equal in Water - 80.94
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0.73 g
Fats:
0.51 g
Carbs:
9.57 g
Water:
87.55 g
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1.64 g
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0.41 g
Fats:
0.58 g
Carbs:
17.91 g
Water:
80.94 g
Other:
0.16 g
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Protein
+78%
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+925%
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+13.7%
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Carbs
+87.1%
Equal in Water - 80.94
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 5.97g | 16.11g |
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| Protein | 0.73g | 0.41g |
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| Fats | 0.51g | 0.58g |
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| Carbs | 9.57g | 17.91g |
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| Calories | 41kcal | 73kcal |
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| Fiber | 3.6g | 1.8g |
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| Calcium | 56mg | 12mg |
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| Iron | 0.3mg | 0.3mg | |
| Magnesium | 85mg | 13mg |
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| Phosphorus | 24mg | 8mg |
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| Potassium | 220mg | 48mg |
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| Sodium | 5mg | 7mg |
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| Zinc | 0.12mg | 0.21mg |
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| Copper | 0.08mg | 0.069mg |
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| Manganese | 0.102mg |
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| Selenium | 0.6µg |
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| Vitamin A | 43IU | 35IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 2µg | 2µg | |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 2.9mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.014mg | 0.054mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.054mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.46mg | 0.286mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.032mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.06mg | 0.018mg |
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| Folate | 6µg | 31µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.067g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.075g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.213g |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Purple mangosteen is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.067g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Prickly pear contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Prickly pear is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
Which food is cheaper?
Prickly pear is cheaper (difference - $5)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Prickly pear is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.