Melon vs. Peruvian groundcherry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between melon and Peruvian groundcherry
- Melon has more vitamin C, while Peruvian groundcherry has more vitamin B3, vitamin A, iron, vitamin B1, and phosphorus.
- Peruvian groundcherry's daily need coverage for vitamin B3 is 16% higher.
- Peruvian groundcherry contains 2 times less vitamin C than melon. Melon contains 21.8mg of vitamin C, while Peruvian groundcherry contains 11mg.
- Peruvian groundcherry has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of Peruvian groundcherry is 35, while the glycemic index of melon is 62.
The food types used in this comparison are Melons, casaba, raw and Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw.
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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 | +22.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +194.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +700% |
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 | +98.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +633.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +29% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1106.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.11 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
6.58 g
Water:
91.85 g
Other:
0.36 g
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
0.7 g
Carbs:
11.2 g
Water:
85.4 g
Other:
0.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +71.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +600% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +70.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +122.2% |
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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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.232mg | 2.8mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.163mg | 13% | |
| Vitamin C | 21.8mg | 11mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.11mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.34mg | 1mg | 8% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 182mg | 5% | |
| Phosphorus | 5mg | 40mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.9g | 4% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 36µg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 3% | |
| Carbs | 6.58g | 11.2g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.084mg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.035mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 8µg | 2% | |
| Protein | 1.11g | 1.9g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.031mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Calories | 28kcal | 53kcal | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 1% | |
| Choline | 7.6mg | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0.7g | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.07mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.68g | 11.2g | N/A |
| Calcium | 11mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 5.69g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 9mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.05mg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.025g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.002g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.039g | 0% |
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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
11%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
7%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.69g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.025g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 27)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Melon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Melon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)