Peruvian groundcherry vs. Safflower — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Peruvian groundcherry and safflower different?
- Peruvian groundcherry is higher in vitamin A and vitamin C; however, safflower is richer in vitamin B1, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B2, and calcium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B1 for safflower is 88% higher.
Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Seeds, safflower seed kernels, dried are the varieties used 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 less SodiumSodium | -100% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +766.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +390% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1510% |
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 AVitamin A | +1100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +22.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +957.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +937.5% |
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:
16.18 g
Fats:
38.45 g
Carbs:
34.29 g
Water:
5.62 g
Other:
5.46 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +1419.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +751.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +5392.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +206.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +582.5% |
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 | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 1.747mg | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 28.223g | 188% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.17mg | 90% | |
| Manganese | 2.014mg | 88% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 1.163mg | 88% |
| Phosphorus | 40mg | 644mg | 86% |
| Magnesium | 353mg | 84% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 4.03mg | 81% | |
| Fats | 0.7g | 38.45g | 58% |
| Iron | 1mg | 4.9mg | 49% |
| Zinc | 5.05mg | 46% | |
| Folate | 160µg | 40% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.415mg | 29% |
| Protein | 1.9g | 16.18g | 29% |
| Calories | 53kcal | 517kcal | 23% |
| Potassium | 687mg | 20% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.682g | 17% | |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 0mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.848g | 12% | |
| Carbs | 11.2g | 34.29g | 8% |
| Calcium | 9mg | 78mg | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 36µg | 3µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 2.284mg | 3% |
| Net carbs | 11.2g | 34.29g | N/A |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.183mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.586mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.717mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.154mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.534mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.284mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.806mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.025mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.452mg | 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
11%
82%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
178%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Safflower is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Safflower is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
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 - 3.682g)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $0.8)
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 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.