Fruitcake vs. Peruvian groundcherry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are fruitcake and Peruvian groundcherry different?
- Fruitcake is richer in iron, while Peruvian groundcherry is higher in vitamin A, vitamin B3, and vitamin C.
- Peruvian groundcherry covers your daily need for vitamin A, 14% more than fruitcake.
- Fruitcake contains 4 times more calcium than Peruvian groundcherry. Fruitcake contains 33mg of calcium, while Peruvian groundcherry contains 9mg.
- Fruitcake has a higher glycemic index (53) than Peruvian groundcherry (35).
Cake, fruitcake, commercially prepared and Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw types were 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 | +266.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +107% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +147.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +2100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +414.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +254% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.9 g
Fats:
9.1 g
Carbs:
61.6 g
Water:
25.3 g
Other:
1.1 g
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
0.7 g
Carbs:
11.2 g
Water:
85.4 g
Other:
0.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1200% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +450% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +37.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +237.5% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.323g | 22% | |
| Carbs | 61.6g | 11.2g | 17% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 15% | |
| Calories | 324kcal | 53kcal | 14% |
| Fats | 9.1g | 0.7g | 13% |
| Iron | 2.07mg | 1mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.791mg | 2.8mg | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 11mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.2g | 11% | |
| Manganese | 0.22mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.9mg | 6% | |
| Copper | 0.05mg | 6% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.048g | 5% | |
| Folate | 20µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.226mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.099mg | 0.04mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.11mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 153mg | 5% | |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 101mg | 4% | |
| Selenium | 2µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 36µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.27mg | 2% | |
| Protein | 2.9g | 1.9g | 2% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 9mg | 2% |
| Choline | 8.9mg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 40mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 57.9g | 11.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 27.42g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.102mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.121mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.206mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.121mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.059mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.14mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A |
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
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11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 27.42g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 101mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.048g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fruitcake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fruitcake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)