Peruvian groundcherry vs. Acerola — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Peruvian groundcherry and acerola different?
- Peruvian groundcherry is higher in vitamin B3, iron, and vitamin B1; however, acerola is richer in vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for acerola is 1852% higher.
- Peruvian groundcherry contains 7 times more vitamin B3 than acerola. While Peruvian groundcherry contains 2.8mg of vitamin B3, acerola contains only 0.4mg.
Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Acerola, (west indian cherry), 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 IronIron | +400% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +263.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +33.3% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +450% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +15150.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +50% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
0.7 g
Carbs:
11.2 g
Water:
85.4 g
Other:
0.8 g
Protein:
0.4 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
7.69 g
Water:
91.41 g
Other:
0.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +375% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +133.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +45.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +300% |
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Water
~91.41g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 11mg | 1677.6mg | 1852% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 0.4mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1mg | 0.2mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.086mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.02mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.309mg | 6% | |
| Phosphorus | 40mg | 11mg | 4% |
| Folate | 14µg | 4% | |
| Magnesium | 18mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 146mg | 4% | |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4% | |
| Protein | 1.9g | 0.4g | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.06mg | 2% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.009mg | 1% | |
| Calories | 53kcal | 32kcal | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Carbs | 11.2g | 7.69g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.7g | 0.3g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.09g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 11.2g | 6.59g | N/A |
| Calcium | 9mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 36µg | 38µg | 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
11%
436%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
8%
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 ($)