Peruvian groundcherry vs. Crouton — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Peruvian groundcherry and crouton
- Peruvian groundcherry has more vitamin A and vitamin C; however, crouton is richer in vitamin B1, iron, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, phosphorus, and calcium.
- Crouton covers your daily vitamin B1 needs 43% more than Peruvian groundcherry.
- Crouton has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of crouton is 72, while the glycemic index of Peruvian groundcherry is 35.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Croutons, plain.
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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 | +744.4% |
Contains more IronIron | +308% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +187.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +466.4% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +580% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +94.3% |
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:
11.9 g
Fats:
6.6 g
Carbs:
73.5 g
Water:
5.5 g
Other:
2.5 g
Contains more WaterWater | +1452.7% |
Contains more ProteinProtein | +526.3% |
Contains more FatsFats | +842.9% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +556.3% |
Contains more OtherOther | +212.5% |
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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Rich in vitamins |
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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Lower in Sugar | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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Selenium | 37.5µg | 68% | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.623mg | 43% |
Iron | 1mg | 4.08mg | 39% |
Folate | 132µg | 33% | |
Sodium | 698mg | 30% | |
Manganese | 0.5mg | 22% | |
Carbs | 11.2g | 73.5g | 21% |
Fiber | 5.1g | 20% | |
Protein | 1.9g | 11.9g | 20% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.272mg | 18% |
Calories | 53kcal | 407kcal | 18% |
Copper | 0.163mg | 18% | |
Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 5.439mg | 16% |
Vitamin C | 11mg | 0mg | 12% |
Phosphorus | 40mg | 115mg | 11% |
Vitamin B5 | 0.429mg | 9% | |
Fats | 0.7g | 6.6g | 9% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 1.273g | 8% | |
Zinc | 0.89mg | 8% | |
Monounsaturated fat | 3.059g | 8% | |
Saturated fat | 1.51g | 7% | |
Magnesium | 31mg | 7% | |
Calcium | 9mg | 76mg | 7% |
Potassium | 124mg | 4% | |
Vitamin A | 36µg | 0µg | 4% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.026mg | 2% | |
Net carbs | 11.2g | 68.4g | N/A |
Tryptophan | 0.14mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.337mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.456mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.832mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.278mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.211mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.586mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.514mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.255mg | 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%

35%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%

70%

Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?

Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 698mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.51g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Peruvian groundcherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 37)
Which food is cheaper?

Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $1.5)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Crouton is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Crouton 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)