Peruvian groundcherry vs. Halva — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Peruvian groundcherry and halva
- Peruvian groundcherry is higher in vitamin A and vitamin C, yet halva is higher in phosphorus, iron, and vitamin B1.
- Halva covers your daily phosphorus needs 81% more than Peruvian groundcherry.
- Peruvian groundcherry contains 360 times more vitamin A than halva. While Peruvian groundcherry contains 720IU of vitamin A, halva contains only 2IU.
- The glycemic index of Peruvian groundcherry is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Candies, halavah, 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 | +266.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +353% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1417.5% |
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 | +10900% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +285.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +120% |
| 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:
12.49 g
Fats:
21.52 g
Carbs:
60.49 g
Water:
3.67 g
Other:
1.83 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +2227% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +557.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +2974.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +440.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +128.8% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 1.202mg | 134% | |
| Phosphorus | 40mg | 607mg | 81% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 8.481g | 57% | |
| Magnesium | 218mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 1mg | 4.53mg | 44% |
| Zinc | 4.32mg | 39% | |
| Manganese | 0.873mg | 38% | |
| Fats | 0.7g | 21.52g | 32% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.348mg | 27% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.424mg | 26% |
| Selenium | 11.5µg | 21% | |
| Protein | 1.9g | 12.49g | 21% |
| Calories | 53kcal | 469kcal | 21% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.194g | 20% | |
| Saturated fat | 4.127g | 19% | |
| Fiber | 4.5g | 18% | |
| Carbs | 11.2g | 60.49g | 16% |
| Folate | 65µg | 16% | |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 0.1mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 195mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 187mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin A | 36µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.088mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.174mg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 9mg | 33mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.04µg | 2% |
| Net carbs | 11.2g | 55.99g | N/A |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 2.856mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
133%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 195mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.127g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Halva is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Halva 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)