Pitanga (Surinam cherry) vs. Kumquat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Pitanga (Surinam cherry) and Kumquat
- Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is higher in Vitamin A, yet Kumquat is higher in Vitamin C, Iron, and Calcium.
- Kumquat covers your daily Vitamin C needs 20% more than Pitanga (Surinam cherry).
- Pitanga (Surinam cherry) contains 5 times more Vitamin A than Kumquat. While Pitanga (Surinam cherry) contains 75µg of Vitamin A, Kumquat contains only 15µg.
Food varieties used in this article are Pitanga, (surinam-cherry), raw and Kumquats, 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 less SodiumSodium | -70% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +66.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +588.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +80.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +330% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +72.7% |
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 AVitamin A | +417.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +66.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +23.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +125% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +43% |
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:
1.88 g
Fats:
0.86 g
Carbs:
15.9 g
Water:
80.85 g
Other:
0.51 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +12.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +135% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +115% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +112.3% |
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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 Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 33kcal | 71kcal |
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| Protein | 0.8g | 1.88g |
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| Fats | 0.4g | 0.86g |
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| Vitamin C | 26.3mg | 43.9mg |
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| Net carbs | 7.49g | 9.4g |
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| Carbs | 7.49g | 15.9g |
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| Magnesium | 12mg | 20mg |
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| Calcium | 9mg | 62mg |
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| Potassium | 103mg | 186mg |
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| Iron | 0.2mg | 0.86mg |
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| Sugar | 9.36g |
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| Fiber | 6.5g |
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| Copper | 0.095mg |
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| Zinc | 0.17mg |
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| Phosphorus | 11mg | 19mg |
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| Sodium | 3mg | 10mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1500IU | 290IU |
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| Vitamin A | 75µg | 15µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.15mg |
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| Manganese | 0.135mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.037mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.04mg | 0.09mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.3mg | 0.429mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.208mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.036mg |
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| Folate | 17µg |
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| Choline | 8.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.103g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.154g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.171g |
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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
15%
19%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
3%
14%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) contains less Sodium (difference - 7mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.103g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 67)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Kumquat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kumquat is relatively richer in vitamins
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 ($)