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Peruvian groundcherry vs. Turmeric — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between Peruvian groundcherry and Turmeric

  • Peruvian groundcherry has more Vitamin C, and Vitamin B3, while Turmeric has more Iron, Phosphorus, Calcium, and Vitamin B2.
  • Turmeric's daily need coverage for Iron is 675% higher.
  • Turmeric contains 16 times less Vitamin C than Peruvian groundcherry. Peruvian groundcherry contains 11mg of Vitamin C, while Turmeric contains 0.7mg.

The food types used in this comparison are Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Spices, turmeric, ground.

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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 Calcium +1766.7%
Contains more Iron +5400%
Contains more Phosphorus +647.5%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 3% 38% 0% 18% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Calcium Iron Magnesium Phosphorus Potassium Sodium Zinc Copper Manganese Selenium 51% 2063% 149% 129% 184% 4% 123% 434% 2583% 34%
Contains more Calcium +1766.7%
Contains more Iron +5400%
Contains more Phosphorus +647.5%

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.
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Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +1471.4%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +89.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +107.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +275%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 44% 0% 0% 37% 28% 10% 53% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Vitamin A Vitamin E Vitamin D Vitamin C Vitamin B1 Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3 Vitamin B5 Vitamin B6 Folate Vitamin B12 Vitamin K 0% 89% 0% 3% 15% 35% 26% 33% 25% 15% 0% 34%
Contains more Vitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin C +1471.4%
Contains more Vitamin B1 +89.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3 +107.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2 +275%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Contains more Water +564.6%
Contains more Protein +409.5%
Contains more Fats +364.3%
Contains more Carbs +499.5%
Contains more Other +785%
2% 11% 85%
Protein: 1.9 g
Fats: 0.7 g
Carbs: 11.2 g
Water: 85.4 g
Other: 0.8 g
10% 3% 67% 13% 7%
Protein: 9.68 g
Fats: 3.25 g
Carbs: 67.14 g
Water: 12.85 g
Other: 7.08 g
Contains more Water +564.6%
Contains more Protein +409.5%
Contains more Fats +364.3%
Contains more Carbs +499.5%
Contains more Other +785%

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 Turmeric
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated Fat ok
Lower in price ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Rich in vitamins Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Peruvian groundcherry Turmeric Opinion
Net carbs 11.2g 44.44g Turmeric
Protein 1.9g 9.68g Turmeric
Fats 0.7g 3.25g Turmeric
Carbs 11.2g 67.14g Turmeric
Calories 53kcal 312kcal Turmeric
Fructose 0.45g Turmeric
Sugar 3.21g Peruvian groundcherry
Fiber 22.7g Turmeric
Calcium 9mg 168mg Turmeric
Iron 1mg 55mg Turmeric
Magnesium 208mg Turmeric
Phosphorus 40mg 299mg Turmeric
Potassium 2080mg Turmeric
Sodium 27mg Peruvian groundcherry
Zinc 4.5mg Turmeric
Copper 1.3mg Turmeric
Manganese 19.8mg Turmeric
Selenium 6.2µg Turmeric
Vitamin A 720IU 0IU Peruvian groundcherry
Vitamin A RAE 36µg 0µg Peruvian groundcherry
Vitamin E 4.43mg Turmeric
Vitamin C 11mg 0.7mg Peruvian groundcherry
Vitamin B1 0.11mg 0.058mg Peruvian groundcherry
Vitamin B2 0.04mg 0.15mg Turmeric
Vitamin B3 2.8mg 1.35mg Peruvian groundcherry
Vitamin B5 0.542mg Turmeric
Vitamin B6 0.107mg Turmeric
Folate 20µg Turmeric
Vitamin K 13.4µg Turmeric
Tryptophan 0.17mg Turmeric
Threonine 0.33mg Turmeric
Isoleucine 0.47mg Turmeric
Leucine 0.81mg Turmeric
Lysine 0.38mg Turmeric
Methionine 0.14mg Turmeric
Phenylalanine 0.53mg Turmeric
Valine 0.66mg Turmeric
Histidine 0.15mg Turmeric
Trans Fat 0g 0.056g Peruvian groundcherry
Saturated Fat 1.838g Peruvian groundcherry
Monounsaturated Fat 0.449g Turmeric
Polyunsaturated fat 0.756g Turmeric
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.081g Turmeric
Omega-3 - ALA 0.003g Turmeric

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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Peruvian groundcherry Turmeric
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Calories 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
14%
Peruvian groundcherry
23%
Turmeric
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
Peruvian groundcherry
575%
Turmeric

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Turmeric
Turmeric is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turmeric
Turmeric is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.21g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 27mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.838g)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $2.5)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
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.

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. Turmeric - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/172231/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.