Peruvian groundcherry vs. Mashed potato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between Peruvian groundcherry and mashed potato?
- The amount of vitamin C, vitamin B3, vitamin A, iron, and vitamin B1 in Peruvian groundcherry is higher than in mashed potato.
- Peruvian groundcherry's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 12% more.
- Mashed potato contains 7 times less vitamin B1 than Peruvian groundcherry. Peruvian groundcherry contains 0.11mg of vitamin B1, while mashed potato contains 0.015mg.
- Peruvian groundcherry has a lower glycemic index (35) than mashed potato (87).
We used Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Fast foods, potato, mashed 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 | +222.6% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
Contains more CalciumCalcium | +100% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +47.5% |
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 B1Vitamin B1 | +633.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +166.7% |
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +159.3% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +19.4% |
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:
1.65 g
Fats:
2.82 g
Carbs:
14.65 g
Water:
79.62 g
Other:
1.26 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +15.2% |
Contains more FatsFats | +302.9% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +30.8% |
Contains more OtherOther | +57.5% |
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Water
~79.62g
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 Sugar |
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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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Sodium | 306mg | 13% | |
Vitamin C | 11mg | 0mg | 12% |
Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 1.08mg | 11% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 9% | |
Polyunsaturated fat | 1.342g | 9% | |
Iron | 1mg | 0.31mg | 9% |
Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.015mg | 8% |
Potassium | 286mg | 8% | |
Vitamin K | 5.9µg | 5% | |
Starch | 12.1g | 5% | |
Fiber | 1.3g | 5% | |
Copper | 0.035mg | 4% | |
Magnesium | 15mg | 4% | |
Manganese | 0.098mg | 4% | |
Saturated fat | 0.577g | 3% | |
Phosphorus | 40mg | 59mg | 3% |
Vitamin E | 0.42mg | 3% | |
Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.07µg | 3% |
Fats | 0.7g | 2.82g | 3% |
Choline | 13.4mg | 2% | |
Folate | 9µg | 2% | |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.72g | 2% | |
Calories | 53kcal | 89kcal | 2% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.015mg | 2% |
Zinc | 0.22mg | 2% | |
Selenium | 0.8µg | 1% | |
Protein | 1.9g | 1.65g | 1% |
Vitamin A | 36µg | 43µg | 1% |
Calcium | 9mg | 18mg | 1% |
Carbs | 11.2g | 14.65g | 1% |
Net carbs | 11.2g | 13.35g | N/A |
Sugar | 0.5g | N/A | |
Trans fat | 0g | 0.105g | N/A |
Fructose | 0.2g | 0% | |
Omega-3 - EPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.174g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.146g | 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%

15%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 306mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.577g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Peruvian groundcherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 52)
Which food is richer in minerals?

Mashed potato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Mashed potato 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 ($)