Peruvian groundcherry vs. Guava — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Peruvian groundcherry and guava?
- Peruvian groundcherry is higher in vitamin B3 and iron; however, guava is richer in vitamin C.
- Guava's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 241% more.
- Guava contains 4 times less iron than Peruvian groundcherry. Peruvian groundcherry contains 1mg of iron, while guava contains 0.26mg.
We used Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Guavas, common, raw types 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 | +284.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
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 AVitamin A | +16.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +64.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +158.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1975.5% |
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:
2.55 g
Fats:
0.95 g
Carbs:
14.32 g
Water:
80.8 g
Other:
1.38 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +34.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +35.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +27.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +72.5% |
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Water
~80.8g
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 price |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 11mg | 228.3mg | 241% |
| Copper | 0.23mg | 26% | |
| Fiber | 5.4g | 22% | |
| Folate | 49µg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 417mg | 12% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 1.084mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1mg | 0.26mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.451mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11mg | 8% | |
| Manganese | 0.15mg | 7% | |
| Magnesium | 22mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.73mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.067mg | 4% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.401g | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 2.6µg | 2% | |
| Zinc | 0.23mg | 2% | |
| Protein | 1.9g | 2.55g | 1% |
| Choline | 7.6mg | 1% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.272g | 1% | |
| Calories | 53kcal | 68kcal | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 9mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 36µg | 31µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 11.2g | 14.32g | 1% |
| Fats | 0.7g | 0.95g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 11.2g | 8.92g | N/A |
| Sugar | 8.92g | N/A | |
| Phosphorus | 40mg | 40mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.04mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.087g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.022mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.096mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.093mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.171mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.072mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.087mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.022mg | 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%
72%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
19%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 8.92g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.272g)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Guava is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Guava is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Guava is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)