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Peruvian groundcherry vs. Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the differences between Peruvian groundcherry and yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw?

  • Peruvian groundcherry is higher in vitamin B3 and iron; however, yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is richer in vitamin C and vitamin B2.
  • Peruvian groundcherry's daily need coverage for vitamin B3 is 15% more.
  • Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw contains 2 times less iron than Peruvian groundcherry. Peruvian groundcherry contains 1mg of iron, while yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw contains 0.47mg.
  • Peruvian groundcherry has a lower glycemic index (35) than yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw (86).

We used Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Yardlong bean, raw types 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 31% 15% 21% 18% 16% 10% 25% 0.52% 27% 8.2%
Contains more IronIron +112.8%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +455.6%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +47.5%

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 63% 14% 0% 0% 27% 25% 7.7% 3.3% 5.5% 0% 0% 47% 0%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +582.9%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +70.9%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +19.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +175%
~equal in Vitamin E ~mg
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B1 ~0.107mg
~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
3% 8% 88%
Protein: 2.8 g
Fats: 0.4 g
Carbs: 8.35 g
Water: 87.85 g
Other: 0.6 g
Contains more FatsFats +75%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +34.1%
Contains more OtherOther +33.3%
Contains more ProteinProtein +47.4%
~equal in Water ~87.85g

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 Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in Cholesterol Equal
Lower in Sugar Equal
Lower in price Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Peruvian groundcherry Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw DV% diff.
Folate 62µg 16%
Vitamin B3 2.8mg 0.41mg 15%
Magnesium 44mg 10%
Manganese 0.205mg 9%
Vitamin C 11mg 18.8mg 9%
Potassium 240mg 7%
Iron 1mg 0.47mg 7%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg 0.11mg 5%
Copper 0.048mg 5%
Calcium 9mg 50mg 4%
Selenium 1.5µg 3%
Zinc 0.37mg 3%
Phosphorus 40mg 59mg 3%
Protein 1.9g 2.8g 2%
Vitamin B6 0.024mg 2%
Vitamin A 36µg 43µg 1%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.169g 1%
Carbs 11.2g 8.35g 1%
Vitamin B5 0.055mg 1%
Calories 53kcal 47kcal 0%
Fats 0.7g 0.4g 0%
Net carbs 11.2g 8.35g N/A
Sodium 4mg 0%
Vitamin B1 0.11mg 0.107mg 0%
Saturated fat 0.105g 0%
Monounsaturated fat 0.036g 0%
Tryptophan 0.032mg 0%
Threonine 0.104mg 0%
Isoleucine 0.15mg 0%
Leucine 0.2mg 0%
Lysine 0.184mg 0%
Methionine 0.04mg 0%
Phenylalanine 0.154mg 0%
Valine 0.162mg 0%
Histidine 0.09mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Peruvian groundcherry Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
15%
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
Peruvian groundcherry
17%
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw
Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.105g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Peruvian groundcherry
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 51)
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)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)

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. Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/169222/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.