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.
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.
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% |
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:
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% |
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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.
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Lower in Sodium |
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Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
Lower in price | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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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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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%

15%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%

17%

Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?

Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Yardlong bean (Asparagus bean) raw is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?

Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.105g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

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 ($)