Peruvian groundcherry vs. Fruitcake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Peruvian groundcherry and fruitcake different?
- Peruvian groundcherry is richer in vitamin A, vitamin B3, and vitamin C, while fruitcake is higher in iron.
- Peruvian groundcherry covers your daily need for vitamin A, 14% more than fruitcake.
- Peruvian groundcherry contains 22 times more vitamin C than fruitcake. Peruvian groundcherry contains 11mg of vitamin C, while fruitcake contains 0.5mg.
- Fruitcake has a higher glycemic index (53) than Peruvian groundcherry (35).
Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Cake, fruitcake, commercially prepared types were 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 less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +266.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +107% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +30% |
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 | +2100% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +414.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +254% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +147.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
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:
2.9 g
Fats:
9.1 g
Carbs:
61.6 g
Water:
25.3 g
Other:
1.1 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +237.5% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +52.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1200% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +450% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +37.5% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.323g | 22% | |
| Carbs | 11.2g | 61.6g | 17% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 15% | |
| Calories | 53kcal | 324kcal | 14% |
| Fats | 0.7g | 9.1g | 13% |
| Iron | 1mg | 2.07mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 0.791mg | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 0.5mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.2g | 11% | |
| Manganese | 0.22mg | 10% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.9mg | 6% | |
| Copper | 0.05mg | 6% | |
| Saturated fat | 1.048g | 5% | |
| Folate | 20µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.226mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.099mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.05mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 153mg | 5% | |
| Magnesium | 16mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 101mg | 4% | |
| Selenium | 2µg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.046mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin A | 36µg | 7µg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.27mg | 2% | |
| Protein | 1.9g | 2.9g | 2% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 33mg | 2% |
| Choline | 8.9mg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 40mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 5mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 11.2g | 57.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 27.42g | N/A | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.01µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.102mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.121mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.206mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.121mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.059mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.14mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 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
11%
9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 27.42g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 101mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.048g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fruitcake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fruitcake is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)