Brazil nut vs. Peruvian groundcherry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between brazil nut and Peruvian groundcherry?
- Brazil nut is richer in phosphorus, vitamin B1, iron, and calcium, while Peruvian groundcherry is higher in vitamin B3, vitamin A, and vitamin C.
- Brazil nut's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 98% higher.
- Peruvian groundcherry has 18 times less calcium than brazil nut. Brazil nut has 160mg of calcium, while Peruvian groundcherry has 9mg.
- Peruvian groundcherry has a higher glycemic index (35) than brazil nut (10).
We used Nuts, brazilnuts, dried, unblanched and Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw types in this comparison.
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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 | +1677.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +143% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1712.5% |
| 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 | +460.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1471.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +14.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +849.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
14.32 g
Fats:
67.1 g
Carbs:
11.74 g
Water:
3.42 g
Other:
3.42 g
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
0.7 g
Carbs:
11.2 g
Water:
85.4 g
Other:
0.8 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +653.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9485.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +327.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +2397.1% |
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Carbs
~11.2g
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 1917µg | 3485% | |
| Copper | 1.743mg | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 24.399g | 163% | |
| Fats | 67.1g | 0.7g | 102% |
| Phosphorus | 725mg | 40mg | 98% |
| Magnesium | 376mg | 90% | |
| Saturated fat | 16.134g | 73% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 23.879g | 60% | |
| Manganese | 1.223mg | 53% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.617mg | 0.11mg | 42% |
| Vitamin E | 5.65mg | 38% | |
| Zinc | 4.06mg | 37% | |
| Calories | 659kcal | 53kcal | 30% |
| Fiber | 7.5g | 30% | |
| Protein | 14.32g | 1.9g | 25% |
| Potassium | 659mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.43mg | 1mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.295mg | 2.8mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 160mg | 9mg | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 11mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.101mg | 8% | |
| Folate | 22µg | 6% | |
| Choline | 28.8mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 36µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.184mg | 4% | |
| Net carbs | 4.24g | 11.2g | N/A |
| Carbs | 11.74g | 11.2g | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.33g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.25g | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.035mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.365mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.518mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.19mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.49mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 1.124mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.639mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.76mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.409mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 23.859g | 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
27%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
1208%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.33g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.134g)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $3.4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brazil nut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brazil nut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brazil nut is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)