Pitanga (Surinam cherry) vs. Plantain — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between pitanga (Surinam cherry) and plantains
- Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is richer in vitamin C and vitamin A, yet plantains are richer in potassium.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for pitanga (Surinam cherry) is 17% higher.
- Pitanga (Surinam cherry) contains 2 times more vitamin A than plantains. Pitanga (Surinam cherry) contains 1500IU of vitamin A, while plantains contain 909IU.
Food types used in this article are Pitanga, (surinam-cherry), raw and Plantains, cooked.
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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 | +350% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -40% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +166.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +351.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +190% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +154.5% |
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 CVitamin C | +141.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +53.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +30% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +152% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.8 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
7.49 g
Water:
90.81 g
Other:
0.5 g
Protein:
0.79 g
Fats:
0.18 g
Carbs:
31.15 g
Water:
67.3 g
Other:
0.58 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +122.2% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +34.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +315.9% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +16% |
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Protein
~0.79g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.24mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin C | 26.3mg | 10.9mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 103mg | 465mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 9% | |
| Carbs | 7.49g | 31.15g | 8% |
| Folate | 26µg | 7% | |
| Copper | 0.066mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 0.58mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.233mg | 5% | |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 32mg | 5% |
| Calories | 33kcal | 116kcal | 4% |
| Selenium | 1.4µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.3mg | 0.756mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 75µg | 45µg | 3% |
| Choline | 12.7mg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 11mg | 28mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.052mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.046mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.13mg | 1% | |
| Zinc | 0.13mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 9mg | 2mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.8g | 0.79g | 0% |
| Fats | 0.4g | 0.18g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 7.49g | 28.85g | N/A |
| Sugar | 14g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 3mg | 5mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.069g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.015g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.033g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.009mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.022mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.036mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.01mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.028mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.039mg | 0% |
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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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Plantain is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Plantain is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is lower in Sugar (difference - 14g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.069g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 37)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)