Peruvian groundcherry vs. Salsa — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Peruvian groundcherry and Salsa?
- Peruvian groundcherry is richer in Vitamin B3, and Vitamin C, while Salsa is higher in Iron.
- Salsa's daily need coverage for Iron is 16% higher.
- Salsa has 3 times less Vitamin C than Peruvian groundcherry. Peruvian groundcherry has 11mg of Vitamin C, while Salsa has 4mg.
We used Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and USDA Commodity, salsa 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.
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Phosphorus
+33.3%
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Calcium
+33.3%
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Iron
+124%
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Phosphorus
+33.3%
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Calcium
+33.3%
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Iron
+124%
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.
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Vitamin A
+30.9%
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Vitamin C
+175%
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Vitamin B1
+120%
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Vitamin B2
+33.3%
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Vitamin B3
+159.3%
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Vitamin A
+30.9%
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Vitamin C
+175%
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Vitamin B1
+120%
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Vitamin B2
+33.3%
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Vitamin B3
+159.3%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+26.7%
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Fats
+250%
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Carbs
+60%
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Other
+100%
Equal in Water - 89.7
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
0.7 g
Carbs:
11.2 g
Water:
85.4 g
Other:
0.8 g
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
7 g
Water:
89.7 g
Other:
1.6 g
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Protein
+26.7%
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Fats
+250%
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Carbs
+60%
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+100%
Equal in Water - 89.7
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 11.2g | 5.6g |
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| Protein | 1.9g | 1.5g |
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| Fats | 0.7g | 0.2g |
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| Carbs | 11.2g | 7g |
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| Calories | 53kcal | 36kcal |
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| Fiber | 1.4g |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 12mg |
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| Iron | 1mg | 2.24mg |
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| Magnesium | 16mg |
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| Phosphorus | 40mg | 30mg |
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| Potassium | 270mg |
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| Sodium | 430mg |
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| Zinc | 0.17mg |
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| Copper | 0.096mg |
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| Selenium | 0.4µg |
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| Vitamin A | 720IU | 550IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 36µg | 28µg |
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| Vitamin C | 11mg | 4mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.03mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 1.08mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.149mg |
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| Folate | 19µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.029g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.016g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.107g |
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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
14%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
23%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Salsa is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Salsa is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 430mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.029g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
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.