Peruvian groundcherry vs. Brazil nut — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Peruvian groundcherry and brazil nut?
- Peruvian groundcherry is richer in vitamin B3, vitamin A, and vitamin C, while brazil nut is higher in phosphorus, vitamin B1, iron, and calcium.
- Brazil nut's daily need coverage for phosphorus is 98% higher.
- Peruvian groundcherry has a higher glycemic index (35) than brazil nut (10).
We used Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Nuts, brazilnuts, dried, unblanched types in this comparison.
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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 | +1677.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +143% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1712.5% |
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 | +1471.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +14.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +849.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +460.9% |
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:
14.32 g
Fats:
67.1 g
Carbs:
11.74 g
Water:
3.42 g
Other:
3.42 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +2397.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +653.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9485.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +327.5% |
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Carbs
~11.74g
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 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 | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 1917µg | 3485% | |
| Copper | 1.743mg | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 24.399g | 163% | |
| Fats | 0.7g | 67.1g | 102% |
| Phosphorus | 40mg | 725mg | 98% |
| Magnesium | 376mg | 90% | |
| Saturated fat | 16.134g | 73% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 23.879g | 60% | |
| Manganese | 1.223mg | 53% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.617mg | 42% |
| Vitamin E | 5.65mg | 38% | |
| Zinc | 4.06mg | 37% | |
| Calories | 53kcal | 659kcal | 30% |
| Fiber | 7.5g | 30% | |
| Protein | 1.9g | 14.32g | 25% |
| Potassium | 659mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1mg | 2.43mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 0.295mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 160mg | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 0.7mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.101mg | 8% | |
| Folate | 22µg | 6% | |
| Choline | 28.8mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 36µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.184mg | 4% | |
| Net carbs | 11.2g | 4.24g | N/A |
| Carbs | 11.2g | 11.74g | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.33g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.25g | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.135mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.365mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.518mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.19mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.49mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 1.124mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.639mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.76mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.409mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 23.859g | 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%
27%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
1208%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.33g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 16.134g)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $3.4)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Brazil nut is lower in glycemic index (difference - 25)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Brazil nut is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Brazil nut is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)