Peruvian groundcherry vs. Watermelon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Peruvian groundcherry and Watermelon
- Peruvian groundcherry is richer than Watermelon in Vitamin B3, Iron, and Vitamin B1.
- Daily need coverage for Vitamin B3 from Peruvian groundcherry is 16% higher.
- Peruvian groundcherry contains 4 times more Iron than Watermelon. Peruvian groundcherry contains 1mg of Iron, while Watermelon contains 0.24mg.
Food types used in this article are Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Watermelon, raw.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +28.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +316.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +263.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 | +35.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +26.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +90.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1473% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
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:
0.61 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
7.55 g
Water:
91.45 g
Other:
0.24 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +211.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +366.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +48.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +233.3% |
~equal in
Water
~91.45g
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 | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 53kcal | 30kcal |
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| Protein | 1.9g | 0.61g |
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| Fats | 0.7g | 0.15g |
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| Vitamin C | 11mg | 8.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 11.2g | 7.15g |
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| Carbs | 11.2g | 7.55g |
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| Magnesium | 10mg |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 7mg |
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| Potassium | 112mg |
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| Iron | 1mg | 0.24mg |
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| Sugar | 6.2g |
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| Fiber | 0.4g |
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| Copper | 0.042mg |
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| Zinc | 0.1mg |
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| Phosphorus | 40mg | 11mg |
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| Sodium | 1mg |
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| Vitamin A | 720IU | 569IU |
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| Vitamin A | 36µg | 28µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.05mg |
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| Manganese | 0.038mg |
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| Selenium | 0.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.033mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.021mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 0.178mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.221mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.045mg |
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| Vitamin K | 0.1µg |
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| Folate | 3µg |
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| Choline | 4.1mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.016g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.037g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.007mg |
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| Threonine | 0.027mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.019mg |
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| Leucine | 0.018mg |
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| Lysine | 0.062mg |
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| Methionine | 0.006mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.015mg |
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| Valine | 0.016mg |
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| Histidine | 0.006mg |
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| Fructose | 3.36g |
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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
13%
8%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Watermelon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.2g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.016g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $0.1)
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.