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Peruvian groundcherry vs. Tarragon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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How are Peruvian groundcherry and tarragon different?

  • Tarragon has more iron, calcium, vitamin B2, vitamin A, vitamin C, phosphorus, vitamin B3, and vitamin B1 than Peruvian groundcherry.
  • Daily need coverage for iron for tarragon is 391% higher.
  • Tarragon has a lower glycemic index (0) than Peruvian groundcherry (35).

Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Spices, tarragon, 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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 0% 2.7% 0% 38% 0% 0% 17% 0% 0% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 248% 342% 266% 1211% 226% 106% 134% 8.1% 1039% 24%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +12555.6%
Contains more IronIron +3130%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +682.5%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 37% 12% 0% 0% 28% 9.2% 53% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 167% 70% 0% 0% 63% 309% 168% 0% 556% 0% 0% 206% 0%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +354.5%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +483.3%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +128.2%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +3247.5%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +219.6%
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B5 ~mg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin K ~µg
~equal in Choline ~mg

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 11% 85%
Protein: 1.9 g
Fats: 0.7 g
Carbs: 11.2 g
Water: 85.4 g
Other: 0.8 g
23% 7% 50% 8% 12%
Protein: 22.77 g
Fats: 7.24 g
Carbs: 50.22 g
Water: 7.74 g
Other: 12.03 g
Contains more WaterWater +1003.4%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1098.4%
Contains more FatsFats +934.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +348.4%
Contains more OtherOther +1403.8%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Peruvian groundcherry Tarragon
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in Sugar Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Peruvian groundcherry Tarragon DV% diff.
Iron 1mg 32.3mg 391%
Manganese 7.967mg 346%
Vitamin B6 2.41mg 185%
Calcium 9mg 1139mg 113%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg 1.339mg 100%
Potassium 3020mg 89%
Magnesium 347mg 83%
Copper 0.677mg 75%
Folate 274µg 69%
Vitamin C 11mg 50mg 43%
Protein 1.9g 22.77g 42%
Phosphorus 40mg 313mg 39%
Vitamin B3 2.8mg 8.95mg 38%
Zinc 3.9mg 35%
Fiber 7.4g 30%
Polyunsaturated fat 3.698g 25%
Vitamin A 36µg 210µg 19%
Carbs 11.2g 50.22g 13%
Vitamin B1 0.11mg 0.251mg 12%
Calories 53kcal 295kcal 12%
Fats 0.7g 7.24g 10%
Saturated fat 1.881g 9%
Selenium 4.4µg 8%
Sodium 62mg 3%
Monounsaturated fat 0.474g 1%
Net carbs 11.2g 42.82g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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ok
is better in case of low diet
Peruvian groundcherry Tarragon
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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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%
Peruvian groundcherry
118%
Tarragon
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
Peruvian groundcherry
360%
Tarragon

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Tarragon
Tarragon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tarragon
Tarragon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tarragon
Tarragon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 62mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.881g)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $6)
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)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Peruvian groundcherry - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/173043/nutrients
  2. Tarragon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170937/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.