Peruvian groundcherry vs. Pitanga (Surinam cherry) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Peruvian groundcherry and Pitanga (Surinam cherry)
- Peruvian groundcherry is richer in Vitamin B3, Iron, and Vitamin B1, yet Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is richer in Vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin C from Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is 17% higher.
- Peruvian groundcherry contains 9 times more Vitamin B3 than Pitanga (Surinam cherry). Peruvian groundcherry contains 2.8mg of Vitamin B3, while Pitanga (Surinam cherry) contains 0.3mg.
Food types used in this article are Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Pitanga, (surinam-cherry), raw.
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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 | +400% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +263.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -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 B1Vitamin B1 | +266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +833.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +139.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +108.3% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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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:
0.8 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
7.49 g
Water:
90.81 g
Other:
0.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +137.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +75% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +49.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +60% |
~equal in
Water
~90.81g
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated Fat | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 53kcal | 33kcal |
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| Protein | 1.9g | 0.8g |
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| Fats | 0.7g | 0.4g |
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| Vitamin C | 11mg | 26.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 11.2g | 7.49g |
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| Carbs | 11.2g | 7.49g |
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| Magnesium | 12mg |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 9mg | |
| Potassium | 103mg |
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| Iron | 1mg | 0.2mg |
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| Phosphorus | 40mg | 11mg |
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| Sodium | 3mg |
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| Vitamin A | 720IU | 1500IU |
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| Vitamin A | 36µg | 75µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.03mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.04mg | |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 0.3mg |
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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%
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 3mg)
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)
Which food contains less Saturated Fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated Fat ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.