Acerola vs. Peruvian groundcherry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are acerola and Peruvian groundcherry different?
- Acerola is higher in vitamin C; however, Peruvian groundcherry is richer in vitamin B3, iron, and vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for acerola is 1852% higher.
Acerola, (west indian cherry), raw and Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw are the varieties used in this article.
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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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +400% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +263.6% |
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 CVitamin C | +15150.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +600% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.4 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
7.69 g
Water:
91.41 g
Other:
0.2 g
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
0.7 g
Carbs:
11.2 g
Water:
85.4 g
Other:
0.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +375% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +133.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +300% |
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Water
~85.4g
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 1677.6mg | 11mg | 1852% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 2.8mg | 15% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.086mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.11mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.309mg | 6% | |
| Phosphorus | 11mg | 40mg | 4% |
| Folate | 14µg | 4% | |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 146mg | 4% | |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4% | |
| Protein | 0.4g | 1.9g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.009mg | 1% | |
| Calories | 32kcal | 53kcal | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 7.69g | 11.2g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.3g | 0.7g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.09g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 6.59g | 11.2g | N/A |
| Calcium | 12mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 36µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.068g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.082g | 0% |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
436%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
8%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.068g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Acerola is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Acerola is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Acerola 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)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)