Peruvian groundcherry vs. Zucchini — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Peruvian groundcherry and Zucchini
- Peruvian groundcherry is higher in Vitamin B3, Iron, and Vitamin B1, yet Zucchini is higher in Vitamin C.
- Peruvian groundcherry covers your daily Vitamin B3 needs 15% more than Zucchini.
- Peruvian groundcherry contains 3 times more Iron than Zucchini. While Peruvian groundcherry contains 1mg of Iron, Zucchini contains only 0.37mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw and Squash, summer, zucchini, includes skin, 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.
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Iron
+170.3%
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Calcium
+77.8%
Equal in Phosphorus - 38
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Iron
+170.3%
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Calcium
+77.8%
Equal in Phosphorus - 38
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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Vitamin A
+260%
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Vitamin B1
+144.4%
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Vitamin B3
+520.8%
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Vitamin C
+62.7%
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Vitamin B2
+135%
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Vitamin A
+260%
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Vitamin B1
+144.4%
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Vitamin B3
+520.8%
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Vitamin C
+62.7%
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Vitamin B2
+135%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+57%
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Fats
+118.8%
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Carbs
+260.1%
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Other
+40.4%
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Water
+11%
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
0.7 g
Carbs:
11.2 g
Water:
85.4 g
Other:
0.8 g
Protein:
1.21 g
Fats:
0.32 g
Carbs:
3.11 g
Water:
94.79 g
Other:
0.57 g
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Protein
+57%
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+118.8%
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Carbs
+260.1%
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+40.4%
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Water
+11%
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 11.2g | 2.11g |
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| Protein | 1.9g | 1.21g |
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| Fats | 0.7g | 0.32g |
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| Carbs | 11.2g | 3.11g |
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| Calories | 53kcal | 17kcal |
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| Fructose | 1.38g |
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| Sugar | 2.5g |
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| Fiber | 1g |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 16mg |
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| Iron | 1mg | 0.37mg |
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| Magnesium | 18mg |
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| Phosphorus | 40mg | 38mg |
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| Potassium | 261mg |
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| Sodium | 8mg |
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| Zinc | 0.32mg |
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| Copper | 0.053mg |
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| Manganese | 0.177mg |
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| Selenium | 0.2µg |
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| Vitamin A | 720IU | 200IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 36µg | 10µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.12mg |
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| Vitamin C | 11mg | 17.9mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.11mg | 0.045mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.094mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 2.8mg | 0.451mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.204mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.163mg |
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| Folate | 24µg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.3µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.01mg |
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| Threonine | 0.029mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.044mg |
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| Leucine | 0.071mg |
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| Lysine | 0.067mg |
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| Methionine | 0.018mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.043mg |
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| Valine | 0.054mg |
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| Histidine | 0.026mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.084g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.011g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.091g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.03g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.061g |
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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%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
12%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Zucchini is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Zucchini is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Zucchini is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.084g)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)