Peruvian groundcherry vs. Candy bar — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Peruvian groundcherry and candy bar
- Peruvian groundcherry is higher in vitamin A and vitamin C, yet candy bar is higher in phosphorus, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, and calcium.
- Candy bar covers your daily phosphorus needs 38% more than Peruvian groundcherry.
- The glycemic index of Peruvian groundcherry is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Candies, peanut bar.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +766.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +670% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +182.9% |
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:
15.5 g
Fats:
33.7 g
Carbs:
47.4 g
Water:
1.6 g
Other:
1.8 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +5237.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +715.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +4714.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +323.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +125% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 153mg | 11769% | |
| Copper | 0.774mg | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.65g | 71% | |
| Manganese | 1.243mg | 54% | |
| Fats | 0.7g | 33.7g | 51% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 16.721g | 42% | |
| Phosphorus | 40mg | 308mg | 38% |
| Zinc | 3.94mg | 36% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 7.922mg | 32% |
| Protein | 1.9g | 15.5g | 27% |
| Vitamin E | 4.1mg | 27% | |
| Magnesium | 110mg | 26% | |
| Calories | 53kcal | 522kcal | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 4.678g | 21% | |
| Folate | 75µg | 19% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.83mg | 17% | |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 16% | |
| Potassium | 407mg | 12% | |
| Carbs | 11.2g | 47.4g | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 0mg | 12% |
| Selenium | 4.7µg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.14mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 156mg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 9mg | 78mg | 7% |
| Choline | 29.4mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 36µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 11.2g | 43.3g | N/A |
| Iron | 1mg | 0.97mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 42.22g | N/A | |
| Tryptophan | 0.149mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.52mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.534mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.986mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.545mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.185mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.787mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.638mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.385mg | 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%
2748%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
88%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 42.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 156mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.678g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Candy bar is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Candy bar 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 is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)