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Peruvian groundcherry vs. Mussels — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Summary of differences between Peruvian groundcherry and mussels

  • Peruvian groundcherry has more vitamin A; however, mussels is higher in vitamin B12, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B2, and vitamin B1.
  • Mussels covers your daily need for vitamin B12, 1000% more than Peruvian groundcherry.
  • Peruvian groundcherry has 2 times more vitamin A than mussels. While Peruvian groundcherry has 720IU of vitamin A, mussels has only 304IU.
  • The glycemic index of mussels is higher.

These are the specific foods used in this comparison Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Mollusks, mussel, blue, cooked, moist heat.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 2.7% 0% 38% 0% 0% 17% 0% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 26% 9.9% 24% 252% 50% 73% 122% 48% 887% 489%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +266.7%
Contains more IronIron +572%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +612.5%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 37% 12% 0% 0% 28% 9.2% 53% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 45% 30% 0% 0% 75% 97% 56% 57% 23% 3000% 0% 57% 0%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +23.6%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +152.8%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +172.7%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +950%
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 +∞%
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~µg
~equal in Vitamin B3 ~3mg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 11% 85%
Protein: 1.9 g
Fats: 0.7 g
Carbs: 11.2 g
Water: 85.4 g
Other: 0.8 g
24% 4% 7% 61% 3%
Protein: 23.8 g
Fats: 4.48 g
Carbs: 7.39 g
Water: 61.15 g
Other: 3.18 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +51.6%
Contains more WaterWater +39.7%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1152.6%
Contains more FatsFats +540%
Contains more OtherOther +297.5%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Peruvian groundcherry Mussels
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sugar Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Peruvian groundcherry Mussels DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 0µg 24µg 1000%
Manganese 6.8mg 296%
Selenium 89.6µg 163%
Iron 1mg 6.72mg 72%
Protein 1.9g 23.8g 44%
Phosphorus 40mg 285mg 35%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg 0.42mg 29%
Zinc 2.67mg 24%
Vitamin B5 0.95mg 19%
Folate 76µg 19%
Cholesterol 0mg 56mg 19%
Copper 0.149mg 17%
Sodium 369mg 16%
Vitamin B1 0.11mg 0.3mg 16%
Magnesium 37mg 9%
Potassium 268mg 8%
Polyunsaturated fat 1.212g 8%
Vitamin B6 0.1mg 8%
Vitamin A 36µg 91µg 6%
Fats 0.7g 4.48g 6%
Calories 53kcal 172kcal 6%
Saturated fat 0.85g 4%
Monounsaturated fat 1.014g 3%
Vitamin C 11mg 13.6mg 3%
Calcium 9mg 33mg 2%
Vitamin B3 2.8mg 3mg 1%
Carbs 11.2g 7.39g 1%
Net carbs 11.2g 7.39g N/A
Tryptophan 0.267mg 0%
Threonine 1.025mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.036mg 0%
Leucine 1.676mg 0%
Lysine 1.779mg 0%
Methionine 0.537mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.853mg 0%
Valine 1.04mg 0%
Histidine 0.457mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 0.276g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 0.506g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.044g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Peruvian groundcherry Mussels
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Peruvian groundcherry
265%
Mussels
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
Peruvian groundcherry
198%
Mussels

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 56mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 369mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.85g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 15)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $7)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mussels
Mussels is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mussels
Mussels is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Peruvian groundcherry - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173043/nutrients
  2. Mussels - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174217/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.