Asparagus vs. Peruvian groundcherry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are asparagus and Peruvian groundcherry different?
- Asparagus is higher in iron and vitamin B2; however, Peruvian groundcherry is richer in vitamin B3 and vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for iron for asparagus is 14% higher.
- Asparagus contains 4 times more vitamin B2 than Peruvian groundcherry. While asparagus contains 0.141mg of vitamin B2, Peruvian groundcherry contains only 0.04mg.
Asparagus, 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 | +166.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +114% |
| 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 B1Vitamin B1 | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +252.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +96.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +186.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.2 g
Fats:
0.12 g
Carbs:
3.88 g
Water:
93.22 g
Other:
0.58 g
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
0.7 g
Carbs:
11.2 g
Water:
85.4 g
Other:
0.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +483.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +188.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +37.9% |
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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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 41.6µg | 35% | |
| Copper | 0.189mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.14mg | 1mg | 14% |
| Folate | 52µg | 13% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.978mg | 2.8mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2.1g | 8% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.141mg | 0.04mg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.13mg | 8% | |
| Manganese | 0.158mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.091mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 202mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin C | 5.6mg | 11mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.274mg | 5% | |
| Zinc | 0.54mg | 5% | |
| Selenium | 2.3µg | 4% | |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 3% | |
| Choline | 16mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.143mg | 0.11mg | 3% |
| Calories | 20kcal | 53kcal | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 52mg | 40mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 9mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 3.88g | 11.2g | 2% |
| Fructose | 1g | 1% | |
| Protein | 2.2g | 1.9g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.12g | 0.7g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 1.78g | 11.2g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.88g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 38µg | 36µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.075mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.128mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.104mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.075mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.115mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.049mg | 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
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11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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6%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.88g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.04g)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Asparagus is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Asparagus is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Asparagus is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)