Peruvian groundcherry vs. Saffron — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Peruvian groundcherry and saffron
- Peruvian groundcherry is higher in vitamin B3, yet saffron is higher in iron, vitamin C, phosphorus, vitamin B2, and calcium.
- Saffron covers your daily iron needs 126% more than Peruvian groundcherry.
- Peruvian groundcherry contains 2 times more vitamin B3 than saffron. While Peruvian groundcherry contains 2.8mg of vitamin B3, saffron contains only 1.46mg.
- The glycemic index of Peruvian groundcherry is lower.
Food varieties used in this article are Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Spices, saffron.
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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 | +1133.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1010% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +530% |
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 AVitamin A | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +91.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +634.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +567.5% |
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:
11.43 g
Fats:
5.85 g
Carbs:
65.37 g
Water:
11.9 g
Other:
5.45 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +617.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +501.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +735.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +483.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +581.3% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Manganese | 28.408mg | 1235% | |
| Iron | 1mg | 11.1mg | 126% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 80.8mg | 78% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.01mg | 78% | |
| Magnesium | 264mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1724mg | 51% | |
| Copper | 0.328mg | 36% | |
| Phosphorus | 40mg | 252mg | 30% |
| Folate | 93µg | 23% | |
| Protein | 1.9g | 11.43g | 19% |
| Carbs | 11.2g | 65.37g | 18% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.267mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 3.9g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.067g | 14% | |
| Calories | 53kcal | 310kcal | 13% |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 10% | |
| Zinc | 1.09mg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 9mg | 111mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 1.46mg | 8% |
| Fats | 0.7g | 5.85g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.586g | 7% | |
| Sodium | 148mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin A | 36µg | 27µg | 1% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.429g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 11.2g | 61.47g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.115mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 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%
54%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
479%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saffron is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saffron is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 148mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.586g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $2.2)
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)